Policies
TURNING 18-YEARS-OLD
On the first appointment after an adolescent patient's 18th birthday, the patient will be asked to sign all documentation that was previously signed by the parent or guardian. This includes any releases of information, medication consents, and the privacy policy. Once the patient turns 18-years-old, Dr. Seelman cannot disclose details of treatment with the parents or guardian without a signed consent form in accordance with HIPPA (Health Insurance Privacy and Portability) law.
CONFIDENTIALITY
All communication between Dr. Seelman and the patient is held in the strictest confidence unless the patient (or parent/guardian) authorizes release of information with a signature, the physician is ordered by a court to release information, child or elder abuse/neglect is suspected, and/or the physician becomes concerned for the patient's safety or the safety of others
If abuse is suspected or the physician is concerned for the patient's safety or the safety of others, the physician is required by law to inform authorities and/or potential victims.
CANCELLATION
There is no charge for appointments that are cancelled with at least 24 hours notice. Cancellation with less than 24 hours notice will be billed a $75 cancellation fee. If an appointment is missed without any notice, the session will be billed in its entirety.
To cancel an appointment or if you are late for an appointment, please call 301-656-1770.
WEATHER
Since most appointments can easily be converted to telemedicine, there will be no schedule adjustments due to inclement weather. For certain types of in-person appointments (such as an initial meeting), we can reschedule due to inclement weather on a case by case basis. If you have a circumstance that requires rescheduling due to inclement weather, you may contact Dr. Seelman to request a change.