Patient Resources
Preparing for Your Visit
At West Texas Ear, Nose, and Throat of Abilene, we are committed to making your visit as smooth and comfortable as possible. Whether you're visiting us for the first time or returning for a follow-up, here is everything you need to know to prepare for your appointment.
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New Patient Information
To help us better understand your needs and ensure timely service, we recommend completing the necessary paperwork before your appointment. You can access the following forms:
- New Patient Paperwork: Download and complete your forms in advance to save time.
- HIPAA Policy: Review our commitment to protecting your privacy.
- Medical Release Forms and Consent Forms: These will be prepared specifically for your visit and provided through our Athena system.
Additional Information
Downloadable Patient Resources
Access important patient forms, policies, and care instructions below. These resources are provided to help you prepare for your visit, understand your treatment, and support your recovery.
New Patient Forms
Includes patient demographics, medical history, medication list, past surgeries, family history, and current ENT-related symptoms questionnaire.
Notice of Privacy Practices
Explains how your protected health information (PHI) may be used and disclosed, your HIPAA rights, and how to file a privacy complaint.
Financial Policy
Outlines patient payment responsibilities, insurance billing, Good Faith Estimates, card-on-file policy, outstanding balances, and missed appointment fees.
Allergy New Patient Packet
Contains required allergy history, medication instructions, consent forms, and HIPAA documentation. Bring the completed packet to your testing appointment.
Allergy Testing and Treatment
Provides an overview of allergy causes, symptoms, testing methods (skin and blood tests), and treatment options including medications and immunotherapy.
Allergy Testing Forms
Includes allergy skin testing recording sheets and results documentation for environmental and food allergens.
Balloon Sinuplasty Recovery Guidelines
Details pre-procedure instructions, anesthesia expectations, post-procedure care, activity restrictions, sinus rinses, and when to call the office.
Post-Surgery Care Instructions
Provides procedure-specific post-operative care instructions for ENT surgeries, including pain management, activity limits, wound care, and follow-up guidance.
Office-Based Anesthesia Instructions
Outlines fasting requirements, transportation rules, and attire guidelines for patients receiving in-office IV sedation.
Anesthesia Overview
Explains IV sedation levels, benefits, potential risks, and what to expect before, during, and after anesthesia for ENT procedures.
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