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Patient Responsibilities

Provision of Information
A patient has the responsibility to provide, to the best of their knowledge, accurate and complete information about present complaints, past illnesses, hospitalization, medications, and other matters relating to their health. They have the responsibility to report unexpected changes in his conditions to the responsible practitioner. A patient is responsible for making it known whether they clearly comprehend a contemplated course of action and what is expected of them.

Compliance with Instructions
A patient is responsible for following the treatment plan recommended by the practitioner primarily responsible for their care. This may include following the instructions of nurses and allied health personnel as they carry out the coordinated plan of care and implement the responsible practitioner's orders, and as they enforce the applicable MGG/MGECE rules and regulations. The patient is responsible for keeping appointments and, when they are unable to do so for any reason, for notifying the responsible practitioner or MGG/MGECE.

Preparing for Your Visit
Please bring all of your medications with you. If you are having a procedure, please dress comfortably and remember to bring someone to drive you home. This person must remain in the waiting room during your procedure.

Refusal of Treatment
The patient is responsible for their actions if they refuse treatment or do not follow the practitioner's instructions.

MGG/MGECE Charges
The patient is responsible for assuring that the financial obligations of their health care are fulfilled as promptly as possible.

MGG/MGECE Rules and Regulations
The patient is responsible for following MGG/MGECE rules and regulations affecting patient care and conduct.

Respect and Consideration
The patient is responsible for being considerate of the rights of other patients and MGG/MGECE personnel, and for assisting in the control of noise, non-smoking, and the number of visitors. The patient is responsible for being respectful of the property of other persons and of MGG/MGECE.

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