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Can a doctor legally turn a patient in to child proctective services?
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∙ 13y ago
A physician may make a "referral" to CPS, but cannot directly turn anyone in to them.
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How to write a disclaimer in a doctor's prescription?
Legally you can't, as you are directly responsible for the patient's treatment.
Under HIPPA what medical professional is legally allowed to view a patient's records?
doctor's
What is an example of inseparability service?
for a doctor to offer the services the patient must take part in all the process of being treated. Patient should be there when the surgery is taking place, when being injected etc. In short the doctor can not offer his services if there is no patient.
Can a doctor ask his patient for money?
Yes, a doctor can ask a patient for money for their bill. Patients are required to make payments for services or file with their insurance.
Can a doctor turn a patient in to Protective Services?
Yes, a doctor is required to turn a patient in, if the doctor has knowledge that the patient is committing physical or sexual abuse of another person. The doctor - patient relationship is protected except in cases where abuse is involved. The rules vary somewhat by state.
If a woman were attracted to her doctor whose single should she ask him out or let him do the asking?
Your doctor is legally not allowed to have a relationship with his patient, if you wanted to see him you would have to change your doctor.
Who is a referral physician?
A physician who sends a patient to another doctor for specialty care or services.
Can a doctor tell your parents if your pregnant?
Simply stated, no, they cannot tell because you are the doctor's patient and thus, you're protected by doctor-patient confidentiality. However, depending on your age, they may alert social services.
Dr patient wants all communication sent to post office because she doesnt want father to find out she is having an abortion can the doctor do this?
Yes. The doctor is bound by the law of patient/doctor confidentiality. However, if the patient is not legally an adult, the doctor had better determine if he is in compliance with applicable state laws regarding the treatment of minors.
If a patient asks a doctor to only contact her at work should the doctor honor that request?
Yes, I think that a doctor should acknowledge and honor just about anything a patient says. If the patient is ignored or feels ignored, then the doctor needs to try to help the patient so they can keep the patient with his/her services. I have had a patient that threatened to sue the hospital because I called her to late at night. All patients should be Honored and Respected. J. Idol, MD Neurologist NC
What is in a thank you letter from a doctor's office to a patient?
You should thank the patient for choosing your office for their visit. You can list the services they received and let them know when their next appointment is.
Can a family doctor legally drop you as a patient for starting medical marijuana?
yes if it against his belifs and he doesnt want to treat around the marijuna
