Use this sample patient dismissal letter if a patient consistently fails to keep appointments, and you are forced to dismiss him from your practice, or for other reasons.
Use this sample patient dismissal letter if you are forced to dismiss a patient from your practice, for a variety of reasons, including consistently failing to keep appointments.
The letter is provided by Susan Keane Baker, a consultant in risk management and patient relations based in New Canaan, Conn.
Be sure to ask your professional liability carrier for review and approval before sending this letter.Related Content: Be sure to also check out our other Patient Dismissal Letter regarding overdue payments.
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