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Georgetown University Hospital Neurosurgery Patient Forms

Page 1 of 3 - Patient History Intake Form

Georgetown University Hospital Date:

Department of Neurosurgery

Patient History Intake Form

Name: DOB: Age: Sex: M F

Height: Weight: Working? Yes No Occupation:

Your primary family physician name, address, phone number:

Were you referred by a physician? Yes No

If yes, referring physician's name, address, and specialty:

Phone #

If no, who referred you?

Is GUH permitted to send medical records to referring physician/clinic? Yes No

What problem(s) are you seeking treatment for today?

Was this problem the result of an accident or injury? Yes No

Is this condition a result of a Worker's Compensation injury? Yes No

If yes, name of Worker's Compensation Carrier:

Have you had back problems in the past? Yes No

If yes, type and number of years:

What kind of evaluations have you had for this pain? (Please check all that apply)

MRI CT scan X-rays EMG Myelogram Other:

Results as you understand them:

Current Symptoms

How long has your current problem been present? Other:

How did the pain start? Suddenly Gradually After Injury

How often do you have the pain? Daily Intermittent Infrequent

Is your pain: Variable Constant

How would you describe your pain? (Please check all that apply)

Other: Aching Burning Stinging Pressure Tingling Stabbing

What makes your pain worse? (Please check all that apply)

Other: Lifting Bending Twisting Coughing Straining Sitting Standing Walking Sneezing Running Lying Down Changing Position

What makes your pain better? (Please check all that apply)

Other: Ice Sitting Lying down Resting Heat Standing Medications

Do you have any of the following? (Please check all that apply)

Fevers Chills Numbness Tingling Weakness in arm or leg Unexplained weight loss Night Sweats Smoking History Radiation of pain into arm or leg Bowel or bladder problems Sexual Dysfunction

What treatments have you had for this current pain? (Please check all that apply)

Physical Therapy Surgeries TENS unit Injections Acupuncture Chiropractic Massage Explain Treatments:

Prior Hospitalization? Yes No

1.) Date: Reason:

2.) Date: Reason:

3.) Date: Reason:

4.) Date: Reason:


Page 2 - Pain Regions / Pain Rating Face Scale

The pain regions diagram on page 2 is an informational body map. Please indicate pain locations in the space below:

Pain rating face scale: Please circle above rating pain level (0 to 10).

Pain level:


Page 3 of 3 - Review of Systems / Medical History / Social History

Name: Date:

Review of Systems: Do you have any problems with the following? (Please check all that apply)

Tuberculosis Exposure Calf Pain Irregular Heart Rate Excessive Stress Hearing Loss Fever Difficulty Emptying Bowel / Bladder Chest Pain Seizures Coughing Dental Problems Shortness of Breath Excessive Bruising Stomach Trouble / Ulcers Coughing Up Blood Excessive Thirst Enlarged Glands Headaches Double Vision Joint Pain or Swelling Black-Outs Weight Gain or Loss Greater Than 10 lbs.

Abnormal swelling? Where? Explain:

Other:

Past Medical History: (Please check all the items that have been issues for you)

Arteries Arthritis Asthma Bladder Blood Transfusion Bowel Breasts Pain Cancer Coronary Artery Disease Depression Diabetes Gall Bladder Heart Attack High Blood Pressure Kidney Problems Lymph Nodes Prostate Skin Stomach Thyroid Vein or Blood Clot

Pain, Where? Explain:

Other:

Family History: (Please check any that are problems for immediate family)

M=Mother F=Father S=Sibling G=Grandparent

Abnormal Bleeding Anesthesia Complications Back Pain Cancer Depression Diabetes Genetic Disorder Heart Disease Hepatitis High Blood Pressure High Cholesterol Lung Disease Lupus Neck Pain Osteoporosis Rheumatoid Arthritis Seizure Suicide

Other:

Social History

Married? Yes No

Children? Yes No

Smoker? Current: Yes No Past: Yes No

If yes, how many a day? How many years? How long ago?

Alcohol Consumption? Yes No Amount/Week

Exercise? Yes No Times/Week Type of Exercise

Chemical Dependency/Drug addiction? (Please check one) Current Past

If past, number of years drug free:

Signature/Title of Person Completing Form

Date

Physician Signature

Date


Patient/Family Teaching Record

Patient's Name:

D.O.B. MR Number:

1. What is your primary language

2. How do you feel most comfortable learning Orally Visually (Reading) Other

3. Do you have any physical factors that affect learning?

NONE Vision Hearing Language Cognitive Other

4. Do you have any religious and/or cultural considerations regarding teaching/dispensing medical information?

Yes No

Comments:

Patient Signature

Date


Outpatient Summary List

Patient Name: MR DOB

A. Known Adverse and Allergic Drug Reactions / Known Allergies

B. Known Significant Medical Diagnosis & Conditions

C. Known Surgical and Invasive Procedures

D. Known Current Medications

E. Providers Initial / Date of Service / No Changes


Patient Registration

Medical Record Number

Name (Last, First, Middle):

Date of Birth:

Address:

Age: Sex:

Race:

Phone: SSN: M. Status:

Employer:

Address:

Occupation: Phone: Ext:

Emergency Contact Name: Next of Kin:

Address: Address:

Relationship: Phone: Relationship: Phone:

Primary Care Physician: Referring Physician:

Address: Address:

Phone: Phone:

Guarantor Name (Bill To): Guarantor's Employer:

Address: Address:

Phone: SSN: Phone:

Primary Carrier

Name: Address:

Subscriber's Name: Subscriber's Employer:

DOB: SSN:

ID / Policy #: Group #:

Effective Date: Expiration Date:

Secondary Carrier

Name: Address:

Subscriber's Name: Subscriber's Employer:

DOB: SSN:

ID / Policy #: Group #:

Effective Date: Expiration Date:

Worker's Compensation If work related injury, please complete this section:

Employer: Injury Date: Case Number:

Case Worker / Contact Name / Phone Number:

Claims Address:


Consent for Treatment, Releases, Acknowledgements and Financial Agreement

By my signature on the front of this form, I agree that I:

1. General Consent for Treatment. Voluntarily consent to and authorize such care and treatments, including diagnostic tests, medical procedures and medications by Georgetown University Hospital.

2. Right to Refuse Treatments. Understand that I have the right to make informed decisions regarding all care and treatments, including the right to refuse any treatments I do not want.

3. Assignment of Benefits / Financial Responsibility. I agree to be responsible for all charges not covered by insurance or other claims.

4. Property Release. Release the Hospital from responsibility for valuables, money, personal or other possessions not properly deposited with the Hospital.

5. Acknowledgment of Receipt of Notice of Privacy Practices. Acknowledge receipt or decline the MedStar Health Notice of Privacy Practices.

For Georgetown University Hospital Use Only

Patient signature / acknowledgement of receipt of Notice of Privacy Practices not obtained because:

Emergency patient Patient / Patient Representative declined to acknowledge Patient / Patient Representative unable / unwilling to acknowledge receipt

GUH Representative:

By Signing below, I acknowledge that I have read, understand and agree to the terms and conditions on this form.

Signature of Patient or Patient Representative

Date

Printed Name of Patient Representative

Relationship to Patient

MRUN PHYSICIAN / OFFICE USE ONLY

Form Reviewed Cards Xeroxed By

Date Keyed D/E Initials

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What a Patient Intake Form Is and why it matters

A Patient Intake Form is a standardized record used by clinics, hospitals, and outpatient providers to collect a patient's identifying information, contact details, insurance and billing data, medical history, medications, allergies, and consent authorizations. The form documents baseline clinical and administrative data needed to triage care, bill payers, coordinate referrals, and meet regulatory obligations. Intake forms may be paper or electronic; when handled electronically they often include authentication, an audit trail, and privacy controls to protect PHI under health privacy rules.

How a well-constructed intake form reduces risk and administrative work

A complete Patient Intake Form centralizes legal consents, insurance details, and clinical history to speed registration, reduce billing rework, and document informed consent for treatment. Accurate intake supports claims processing, prior authorizations, and quality reporting while helping satisfy privacy and recordkeeping obligations.

How a well-constructed intake form reduces risk and administrative work

Who fills out and relies on the intake form

Intake forms are completed by patients or their authorized representatives and used by clinical and administrative teams during registration and care delivery.

  • Patients or legal representatives — provide demographics, history, signatures, and authorizations for care and data sharing.
  • Front-desk and registration staff — verify IDs, insurance, and recorded consents to enable scheduling and billing.
  • Billing and coding teams — use documented insurance details and treatment consents to prepare claims and avoid denials.

Proper completion improves patient safety, billing accuracy, and regulatory compliance across front-desk, clinical, and revenue-cycle workflows.

Filling out a Patient Intake Form: step-by-step

Follow these steps to capture complete, verifiable intake data before clinical care begins.

  • 01
    Collect ID: Verify full legal name and photo ID at registration.
  • 02
    Capture Contacts: Enter address, phone, email, and emergency contact details.
  • 03
    Record Coverage: Document insurance provider, policy number, and subscriber name.
  • 04
    Obtain Consent: Get signatures for treatment, privacy notice, and release authorizations.

Sensitive data elements captured on intake

Protected Health Information: Name, DOB, diagnosis
Insurance Details: Policy and subscriber numbers
Emergency Contact: Name and relationship
Consent Authorization: Signed HIPAA/consent blocks
Identity Verification: Driver's license or ID
Payment Information: Card or billing details

Digital delivery and integration considerations

Choose a workflow that preserves audit trails, supports HIPAA controls, and exports to your practice management systems.

  • Integrations: EHR, CRM, and cloud storage connectors
  • File Formats: PDF, DOCX, and structured export formats
  • Authentication: Email, SMS codes, or multi-factor

Configuring an online intake workflow

Typical settings align fields, authentication, and routing so completed forms flow directly into clinical and billing systems.

Field Configuration
Patient Portal Enable web form pre-visit submission and identity verification.
Conditional Fields Show insurance details only when patient indicates coverage.
Kiosk Mode Use on-site tablets for in-office signings and quick check-in.
Data Export Map exports to CSV, EHR import, or HL7 interface.

Common eSignature vendor pricing and capability snapshot

Comparing basic pricing and a few capability markers helps estimate ongoing costs and compliance fit for patient intake workflows.

signNow DocuSign Adobe Sign PandaDoc HelloSign
Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day free trial, no credit card Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan Varies by plan
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Essential elements of a professional Patient Intake Form

A complete intake form balances administrative, clinical, and legal content so information is immediately useful and auditable.

Patient Identifier

Unique patient ID plus full legal name and date of birth to reliably match records across systems and payers.

Demographics

Street address, contact numbers, email, and emergency contact details for scheduling, notifications, and public-health reporting.

Insurance Details

Payer name, policy/group numbers, subscriber relationship, and authorization requirements for accurate claims submission.

Medical History

Past diagnoses, active medications, allergies, and relevant procedures to inform immediate clinical decision-making.

Consent Authorizations

Signatures for treatment, privacy notices, and release of information, with dated signature and scope defined.

Data Privacy Notice

Clear HIPAA notice and instructions on how to withdraw consent or request records.

Common mistakes that delay care or claims

  • Incomplete insurance fields or wrong subscriber names lead to denied or returned claims and slower reimbursement.
  • Mismatched patient names or DOB between ID and payer records cause identity verification failures and billing rejects.
  • Missing or unsigned consent blocks prevent treatment or legitimate information sharing with other providers and payers.
  • Using non-HIPAA-compliant storage or unsecured email to transmit PHI increases breach risk and regulatory exposure.

Risks and potential penalties from incorrect intake processing

HIPAA Fines: Civil monetary penalties possible
Claim Denials: Lost or delayed reimbursement
Billing Delays: Increased accounts receivable days
Identity Errors: Misfiled patient records
Civil Liability: Negligence exposure risk
Data Breach Costs: Notification and remediation expenses

Timing expectations and common deadlines

Set clear timing rules for submission, correction, and record access to avoid compliance and billing issues.

Pre-Visit Submission:

Request completed intake before the first appointment to speed check-in and triage.

Record Access Response:

Provide requested medical records within 30 days under HIPAA access rules.

Annual Review:

Reconfirm insurance and consent information at least annually for active patients.

Claims Timely Filing:

Submit insurer claims within payer-specific deadlines to avoid denial.

Correction Window:

Allow prompt corrections to intake data before final billing runs.

Real-world examples of converting intake to digital workflows

Organizations across healthcare and services describe faster processing and consistent compliance after moving intake online.

Fertility Centers of Illinois

The clinic moved intake online to centralize forms and signature capture.

  • The transition reduced paper handling and follow-up calls.
  • The organization reported improved responsiveness and record completeness while relying on secure, auditable electronic signatures to meet compliance needs.

Martin Properties (clinic operator)

A multi-site operator standardized patient registration across locations.

  • Standard forms ensured consistent consents and insurance capture.
  • Centralized electronic intake enabled mobile and offline completion, reducing front-desk time and improving documentation reliability.

Frequently asked questions about Patient Intake Forms

Answers cover legality of e-signatures, HIPAA safeguards, corrections after signing, and signature authority for minors or incapacitated patients.


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