Patient's Rights

As a patient you have the right to:

Receive considerate and respectful care.
Receive private and confidential care.
Know who is responsible for coordinating your care.
Ask for and receive complete and understandable information about your condition and care.
Participate in decisions regarding your care.
Refuse treatment.
Access your medical record.
Receive an explanation of your bill.
Exercise your cultural and spiritual beliefs.
Voice concerns to administration or medical staff without fear of reprisals or discrimination.

Patient Responsibilities

As a patient you have the responsibility to:

Provide complete and accurate medical and insurance information.
Ask questions when you are in doubt.
Communicate changes in your health and/or condition to your care givers.
Pay your medical bills promptly.
Follow your health care provider's instructions or discuss with them any obstacles you may have in complying with your prescribed treatment plan.
Accept responsibility for refusing treatment or not following your treatment plan.
Show consideration for others around you, including other patients and staff.
Follow all policies affecting patient conduct and care.