Common use of Medication Clause in Contracts

Medication. Most medications at The Xxxxxxx Clinic are prescribed and managed by the primary care provider (PCP). In special cases, the PCP will refer to our psychiatrists and psychiatric ARNP’s for specialized medication evaluation and management. Our psychiatry prescribers focus on medication, while our clinicians focus on behavior and talk therapy. Studies show that the combination of therapy and medication is more effective than medication alone. Medication is much more effective combined with counseling. If you or your child is taking psychiatric medications, it is important that you also see one of our clinicians so that we can work as a team. If you experience changes in your symptoms, it is best to make an appointment to be seen in person rather than addressing your questions over the phone. This allows us enough time to safely and thoroughly assess your situation. In order to make the most out of your psychiatry visit, please arrive 15 minutes early to complete paperwork; make a list of your questions to concerns; Share your expectations and how we can help you; keep track of your symptoms and how they change. If you are starting a new medication and increasing the dosage, please be sure you schedule an appointment with the prescriber to discuss your response to the medication. If you have unexpected or intolerable side effects, call your provider immediately. If you need to refill your medications, contact your pharmacy or send a request through MyChart at least 24–72 business hours in advance. For benzodiazepines and stimulants, you must present in person a hard copy of your prescription from your last appointment; electronic prescriptions/refills are not accepted. If you lose your prescription for a stimulant or a benzodiazepine it cannot be replaced. For acute symptoms, patients are often seen monthly. Once you are stable your follow up care may change to every three months. Psychiatry tends to be a short-term service—we will refer your medication management back to your PCP as soon as is practical.

Medication. Most medications at The Xxxxxxx Clinic are prescribed Medications may be indicated when your symptoms require more than psychotherapy. Many complaints may have a biological component and managed by the primary respond well to medication. When an illness markedly impacts your ability to work, maintain interpersonal relationships, or properly care provider (PCP). In special casesfor your basic needs, the PCP will refer to our psychiatrists and psychiatric ARNP’s for specialized medication evaluation and management. Our psychiatry prescribers focus on medication, while our clinicians focus on behavior and talk therapy. Studies show that the combination of therapy and medication is more effective than medication alone. Medication is may offer much more effective combined with counselingneeded relief. If you or your child is taking psychiatric medications, it is important agreed that medications are indicated, I will discuss with you the medication options that are available to treat your current condition. I will present information in language that you also see one of our clinicians so can understand. You will learn how the medication works, its dosage, and frequency, its expected benefits, possible side effects, drug interactions, and any withdrawal effects you may experience if you stop taking the medication abruptly. I use the MAPS database that we can work as a team. If you experience changes in your symptoms, it is best to make an appointment to be seen in person rather than addressing your questions over the phone. This allows us enough time to safely and thoroughly assess your situation. In order to make the most out of your psychiatry visit, please arrive 15 minutes early to complete paperwork; make a provides mea list of your questions all the controlled medications that you are currently taking to concerns; Share your expectations and how we can help you; keep track of your symptoms prescriptions. It is crucial for you to inform me of all medications you take, both over the counter and how they change. If you are starting a new medication and increasing the dosageprescribed as well as any herbs, please or supplements as there may be sure you schedule an appointment interactions with the prescriber medications I prescribe to you. Importantly, your thoughts about medications and personal beliefs and values are a very important part of deciding on medication treatment and I will work with you to come up with a personalized medication regimen that works for you while also giving you expert advice informed by research and standard of practice. By the end of the discussion you will have the information you need to make a rational decision as to which medication is right for you. You may already be receiving psychotherapy from another therapist, and are referred to me for Medication management. In this case I will make a strong effort to coordinate care with your therapist (with your consent, of course).I believe communication between mental health professionals is key to providing effective care. Not everyone is a good candidate for medication therapy. Such therapy requires strict adherence to dosage and frequency, close follow-up, and sometimes regular blood tests. Your ability to adhere to medication treatment will be taken into consideration in making the decision to start such therapy. Overall, I am a strong proponent of holistic and bio-psycho-social philosophy of psychiatric treatment that considers your biological status, genetics, your psychological development, and social issues. Together considering these factors will yield the best chance for success in achieving your goals. The first 2-4 sessions will involve a comprehensive evaluation of your needs. By the end of the evaluation, I will be able to offer some initial impressions of what our work might include. At that point, we will discuss your response to the medicationtreatment goals and create an initial treatment plan. You should evaluate this information and make your own assessment about whether you feel comfortable working with me. If you have unexpected or intolerable side effectsquestions about my procedures, call your provider immediatelywe should discuss them whenever they arise. If your doubts persist, I will be happy to help you need to refill your medications, contact your pharmacy or send set up a request through MyChart at least 24–72 business hours in advance. For benzodiazepines and stimulants, you must present in person a hard copy of your prescription from your last appointment; electronic prescriptions/refills are not accepted. If you lose your prescription meeting with another mental health professional for a stimulant or a benzodiazepine it cannot be replaced. For acute symptoms, patients are often seen monthly. Once you are stable your follow up care may change to every three months. Psychiatry tends to be a short-term service—we will refer your medication management back to your PCP as soon as is practicalsecond opinion.