Which of the following statements best describes the legal requirements a physician must meet when terminating an established patient-physician relationship?
Termination is prohibited once a patient has been seen more than two times for the same condition.
The physician must obtain and document the patient's written consent before ending the relationship.
The physician may unilaterally end the relationship provided the patient receives reasonable written notice and assistance in transferring care.
The relationship can be terminated immediately if the patient has an outstanding balance, without any notice or referral obligations.
A physician may end the relationship without the patient's consent, but must give the patient reasonable advance written notice (commonly 15-30 days), offer emergency coverage during that period, and provide information or assistance so the patient can obtain alternative care. Failure to provide notice or ensure continuity can constitute patient abandonment. Obtaining the patient's written consent or immediate termination without notice is not legally required or permissible in most jurisdictions.
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