| In New York State Health Care Consumers are Guaranteed the Right to: |
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Understand use of these rights, including interpretation, if necessary. |
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Privacy and dignity.
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Treatment regardless of race creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, age, or source of payment.
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Choice of health care provider and informed decision participation, in your treatment planning, decision and in plan formulation.
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Have your treatment recorded and all information about you kept confidential.
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Have access to your own medical record according to the Privacy Act of 1974.
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Receive considerate and respectful care in a clean and safe environment.
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To communicate freely with your provider, consumer service person, patient advocate, attorney and the courts.
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Appropriate access to emergency services.
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Procedures for resolving your complaints and grievances.
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Enjoy all benefits and privileges guaranteed by law.
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Be informed of the charges for services.
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Refuse treatment and be told what effects this will have on your health. |
