PATIENT’S RIGHTS
- Right to receive considerate, respectful and compassionate health care in a safe setting regardless of your age, sex, gender, religion, ethnicity, political affiliation, disability or capacity to pay free from all forms of abuse, neglect, or ill treatment.
- Right to be assigned to a competent doctor/resident physician and be told of the names of all health care team members who are qualified to provide diagnosis, treatment and medical advice. Likewise, you have the right to know your hospital and physician fees, and receive information about the possibility of financial assistance.
- Right to notify a family member or person of your choice and your chosen doctor of your admission to the hospital.
- Right to have someone remain with you during your hospital stay unless it compromises your or others’ rights, safety or health.
- Right to exercise your spiritual and cultural beliefs within the capacity and rules of the hospital/medical center.
- Right to be informed and give consent before any non-emergency procedure or research/experiment or to refuse such.
- Right to privacy and confidentiality of your medical records according to laws, as well as in care discussions, examinations, and treatments and the right to see or get a copy of your medical records except those records restricted by law.
- May request for an escort during physical examinations.
- Right to be represented by someone (assignee) to decide on your behalf when the circumstances warrant.
- Right to ask about and be informed of the complaint process and express grievances without fear of recrimination or reprisal. You are encouraged to speak directly to the health care provider involved in your care.