To expect to be treated with respect,
consideration, and dignity by competent personnel.
To be assured confidential treatment
of disclosure of records and afforded the opportunity to
approve or refuse the release of such information,
except as otherwise permitted by law or requirements by
contract for third party payments.
To have access to the information contained
in his medical records, unless access is specifically restricted
by the attending practitioner for medical reasons.
To expect consideration of privacy
concerning his won medical care program. Case discussion,
consultation, examination, and treatment are considered
confidential and shall be conducted discreetly with other
caregivers directly responsible for your care.
To know the name and function of any
person from this facility who is providing health care services
to the patient.
To know what Ambulatory Surgery Facility
rules and regulations apply to his conduct as a patient.
This information is available at the reception desk.
To expect emergency procedures to
be implemented without unnecessary delay.
To expect good quality care and high
professional standards that are continually maintained and
reviewed.
To know names and professional relationships
of other physicians who may render care in the absence of
the attending physician.
To be provided to the degree known,
information concerning their diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
When it is not medically advisable to give such information
to the patient, the information will be made available
to an appropriate person on his behalf.
To request a second opinion regarding
proposed treatment options.
To expect reasonable continuity of
care and to know the time and location of appointments.
To have all patient's rights apply
to the person who may have legal responsibility to make
decisions regarding medical care on behalf of the patient.
