Common use of Patient Responsibilities Clause in Contracts

Patient Responsibilities. In order to protect the privacy of confidential information and to ensure that communications are properly routed, the Patient has the responsibility to: • Limit or avoid use of public computers and public networks; • Promptly inform INTEGRATE INTERNAL MEDICINE of changes in your email address or telephone number; • Ensure that any email or text is addressed to the intended recipient before sending; • List the key topic in the email subject line; • Put your name in the body of the email or text.

Patient Responsibilities. In order to protect the privacy of confidential information and to ensure that communications are properly routed, the Patient has the responsibility to: • Limit or avoid use of public computers and public networks; • Promptly inform INTEGRATE INTERNAL MEDICINE of changes in your email address or telephone number; • Ensure that any email or text is addressed to the intended recipient before sending; • List the key topic in the email subject line; • Put your name in the body of the email or text. 1 As that term is defined in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996 and its implementing regulations.