Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions for Outpatient Mental Health Clinic

  1. Appointment Scheduling and Cancellations

    • Appointments must be scheduled in advance.

    • Cancellation or rescheduling requires a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.

    • Failure to provide adequate notice may result in a cancellation fee.

    • Repeated no-shows or late cancellations may result in termination of services.

  2. Patient Responsibilities

    • Patients must provide accurate and complete personal and medical information.

    • It is the patient’s responsibility to follow the agreed treatment plan.

    • Patients should communicate any concerns or changes in condition promptly.

  3. Confidentiality and Privacy

    • All patient information will be kept confidential in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

    • Information may be disclosed only with patient consent or when required by law.

  4. Payment and Insurance

    • Payment is due at the time of service unless other arrangements have been made.

    • Patients are responsible for knowing their insurance benefits and coverage.

    • Any copayments, deductibles, or non-covered services are the patient’s responsibility.

    • Insurance claims will be filed as a courtesy; unpaid balances remain the responsibility of the patient.

  5. Treatment Limitations

    • The clinic provides outpatient mental health services and does not offer emergency or inpatient care.

    • In cases of psychiatric emergency, patients should seek immediate assistance at an emergency room or crisis center.

    • Treatment recommendations are based on clinical judgment and available information; results cannot be guaranteed.

  6. Termination of Services

    • Either party may terminate treatment at any time with appropriate notice.

    • The clinic reserves the right to terminate services if the treatment plan is not followed, payment obligations are unmet, or behavior is disruptive or unsafe.

  7. Telehealth Services

    • Telehealth may be offered as part of treatment with consent.

    • Patients must ensure a private, secure environment during telehealth sessions.

    • Telehealth is subject to the same terms and conditions as in-person services.

  8. Mobile/SMS Services

    • Messaging Terms & Conditions
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  9. Limitation of Liability

    • The clinic and its providers are not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from treatment.

    • Patients understand that mental health treatment involves risks and benefits.

By receiving services, patients acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to these terms and conditions.