What is the purpose of the New Patient Intake Form V1.1?
The New Patient Intake Form V1.1 is designed to gather all necessary patient information to schedule an appointment at the Florida Hospital for various oncology specialists. It ensures that the patient can be seen within 3-5 days from the receipt of the referral request, helping to expedite the process for urgent care needs, such as new diagnoses or disease progression.
How can I choose a specific oncologist from the provided list?
On the form, you have the option to schedule an appointment with one of four oncology specialists by indicating your choice under the "Schedule Appointment with" section. Each specialist focuses on a different area of oncology, allowing you to select the one that best fits your medical needs.
What information is required for the patient section of the form?
The patient section of the form requires comprehensive personal and contact information, including first and last name, address, phone numbers, social security number, date of birth, gender, race, and detailed insurance information. This ensures that the hospital can effectively communicate with the patient and process insurance claims appropriately.
Can I mark an appointment as urgent and what does it mean?
Yes, you can indicate whether an appointment is urgent by selecting "Yes" under the "Urgent Appointment?" section. An urgent appointment means that the patient needs to be seen within 24-48 hours due to a critical condition such as a new diagnosis or significant disease progression. This feature helps prioritize the scheduling of appointments for patients with immediate care needs.
What steps should be followed after completing the form?
After filling out the form, you should email it to oncologyscheduling@fhmmc.org. Additionally, referring physicians are asked to send the patient's medical records, including demographic information, history & physical, recent labs, and any relevant reports or scans, to the same email or via fax. This comprehensive approach ensures that the oncology team has all necessary information to provide the best possible care during the scheduled appointment.