Patients have the right to receive accurate, easily understood information to assist them in making informed decisions about their health plans, facilities and professionals.
Patients have the right to know the identity and specialty of the doctor or other individuals involved in their care.
A patient has the right to the accommodation of special needs, such as language interpreters for communication, special equipment to accommodate physical limitations, or accommodations to meet cultural or religious needs.
A patient has the right to inspect his/her medical record, request an amendment, have such information explained or interpreted as necessary, except when restricted by law, and for a reasonable fee, receive a copy of his/her record. No fee shall be charged to receive a copy of his/her medical record if he/she shows that the request is to support a claim or appeal under any provisions of the Social Security Act in any federal or state financial needs-based benefit program.
The patient has the right to obtain information about any relationship of The Eye and Vision Center to other health care and education institutions as far as his/her care is concerned. The patient has the right to obtain information about the existence of any professional relationships among named individuals who are providing treatment.