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Patient Bill of Rights
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You have the right to… · Established standards of care given with respect and consideration, regardless of race, age, or payment source. · Information about your illness, possible treatments and likely outcome, and to be a part of the decisions made about your care. Your caregivers will make their names and roles known to you. · Voice your concerns, complaints, and questions about your care and expect a timely response. · Complete an advance directive, such as a living will or durable power of attorney for healthcare, expressing your choices about your future care and designating a representative to look after your interests if you cannot. · Privacy, individual dignity and confidentiality in regard to your treatment, and medical and financial records; unless you have been given permission to release information or reporting is required or permitted by law. · Review your medical records and to have the information explained, except when restricted by law. · Expect that the hospital give you necessary health services to the best of its ability. If a transfer is recommended, you will be informed of the benefits and alternatives. You would not be transferred until the other institution agrees to accept you. · Know the relationships the hospital has with outside parties (such as healthcare providers or insurers) that may influence your treatment and care. · Consent or decline to take part in research affecting your care. · Be told of realistic care alternatives when hospital care is no longer appropriate. · Be informed of available resources for resolving disputes or grievances. · Know about hospital rules that affect you and your treatment and about charges and payment methods.
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