Patient Rights

  • Considerate, respectful care at all times and under all circumstances with recognition of your personal dignity.

  • Personal and informational privacy within the law.

  • Be fully informed about your diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis to the degree known.

  • Confidentiality of records and disclosures. Except when required by law, you have the right to approve or refuse the release of records.

  • The opportunity to participate in decisions involving your health care, including the right to accept or refuse medical or surgical treatment, unless contraindicated by concerns for your health.

  • Know the identity and professional status of individuals providing service to you.

  • Report any comments concerning the quality of services provided to you during the time spent at the facility and receive fair follow-up on your comments, complaints, or grievances without discrimination or reprisal.

  • Exercise any and all of these rights without being subjected to discrimination or reprisal.