Dr. MedLaw explains the importance of discussing risks, benefits, and alternatives in a manner the patient fully understands ...

However, Patient B’s details remained in place further down the consent form. Due to the discrepancy, Colleague 1 could not proceed with the procedure as they were not assured that the consent process ...

According to federal Medicaid policy, patients with publicly funded health insurance are required to sign a special consent form, the Medicaid Title XIX Sterilization Consent Form, while patients ...

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services issued new guidance on Monday clarifying that hospitals must obtain written consent for sensitive exams, such as pelvic, breast or prostate exams ...

Rhode Island doctors are working to make medical forms easier for patients through AI."These forms can be very long and tedious," said Dr. Rohaid Ali, a neuros ...

Under the new law, patients would sign a consent form that explains what will happen and will include the names of any students who might take part. Jimmy Swaggart dies at 90.