When Is a Good Faith Exam Required? Understanding Key Triggers for Med Spa GFEs
Understanding when to perform a Good Faith Exam is critical for med spa professionals. While a GFE is required for all first-time patients, there are other key situations where it must be repeated to ensure patient safety.
First-Time Patients
A GFE is mandatory before a new patient can receive any aesthetic treatment. This is the foundation of the patient-provider relationship and ensures that the provider has all necessary information to proceed safely
Significant Time Gaps Between Treatments
For patients who haven’t received treatment in over a year, a follow-up GFE is often recommended. This helps update the patient’s medical records and identify any new health conditions that could affect the safety of the treatment
Health Changes or New Medications
If a patient has experienced a significant health change—such as starting new medication, undergoing surgery, or receiving a new diagnosis—a GFE is necessary to reevaluate their suitability for aesthetic treatments. This ensures that treatments remain safe and effective under their current health circumstances
Conclusion: Knowing when to conduct a GFE is key to maintaining patient safety and legal compliance. It is better to err on the side of caution and perform a GFE whenever there is any doubt about a patient’s suitability for a procedure.
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