Patients Bill Of Rights

(AS MANDATED BY STATE LAW R9-l0-1703)

The patient has the right to be treated with consideration, respect, and full 
recognition of his or her dignity and individuality, including privacy in 
treatment and personal care needs.

The patient has the right to be free from chemical, physical and 
psychological abuse or neglect.

The patient has the right to refuse or withdraw consent for treatment or give 
conditional consent for treatment.

The patient has the right to have medical and financial records kept in 
confidence and the release of such records shall be by written consent of the 
patient’s representative except as otherwise required or permitted by law.

The patient has the right to be informed of the following:

• Proposed surgical procedures and the risks involved
• Policy on advance directives
• Costs of services prior to obtaining services or prior to a 
change in rates, charges or services
• The patient grievance process
• Patient counseled on the degree of pain they should expect