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"This time, with a PAD, I did not receive any treatments that I did not want. They were very respectful.  I really felt like the hospital took better care of me because I had my PAD. In fact, I think it's the best care that I've ever received.” Click for more...

 
Home arrow FAQs arrow What happens if a part of my PAD cannot be followed?
What happens if a part of my PAD cannot be followed? PDF Print E-mail

This varies from state to state.  Generally, when your PAD instructions are not followed, your mental health care provider must notify you or your health care agent, and then document this notification in your medical record with the reason for not following your PAD.

 
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