To read and understand all permits and/or consents you sign. If you do not understand, it is your responsibility to ask the nurse or Physician for clarification.
To answer all medical questions truthfully and to the best of your knowledge.
To read carefully and follow any pre-operative written or oral instructions your Physician or Lincoln Surgery Center has given.
To notify your Physician or Lincoln Surgery Center if you have not followed the pre-operative instructions.
To provide a responsible person to transport you home after surgery if you have received medications and/or anesthesia.
To provide for someone to be responsible for your care for the first 24 hours after your procedure.
To follow carefully any written or verbal post-op instructions from your Physician(s) or nurse. This includes keeping any scheduled postoperative appointments with your Physician.
To contact your Physician regarding any post-operative question, problem, or complication.
To assure all financial obligations for services are fulfilled as promptly as possible and to assume ultimate responsibility for payment regardless of insurance coverage.
To notify either Administrator or Nursing Director if you feel any rights have been violated, or if you have a complaint, or a suggestion for improvement. This can be accomplished by completing and returning your patient questionnaire or by direct contact.
