Medical Consent Form for Minor

A medical consent form for a minor should include the minor’s name, date of birth, and the parent or legal guardian’s contact details. It must also authorize treatment at the preferred medical facility and contain a signature, and date.

In the US, minors under 18 generally cannot obtain medical care without parental consent, except in specific circumstances like emergencies, reproductive health, or mental health care, where state laws may vary.

Passive parental consent allows parents to opt out of allowing their child to seek medical care, meaning that consent is assumed unless the parent declines or explicitly refuses permission. This is primarily used in research involving minors when the research only has minimal risk to participants, and itis subject to approval of Institutional Review Boards.