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Freeing the Power of the Individual

 

Patient Rights

The University of Southern Mississippi Student Health Services Patient's Rights and Responsibilities

As one of our patients, you have certain rights, and responsibilities.

You have the Right

• To be treated with dignity, consideration and respect
• To know the names and professional status of people serving you
• To privacy to the best of our ability
• To confidentiality of your records
• To receive accurate information to the extent known about your health-related concerns
• To know the effectiveness, possible side effects, and problems of all forms of treatment
• To participate in choosing a form of treatment
• To receive education and counseling
• To select and/or change your health care provider
• To review your medical records with a clinician
• To receive information about after-hour care costs
• To develop an advanced directive
• To refuse to participate in experimental research
• To refuse to receive care from a graduate

You also have the Responsibility

• To seek medical attention promptly
• To be honest about your medical history
• To ask about anything you do not understand and about cost of medical treatments
• To follow health advice and medical instructions
• To report any significant changes in symptoms or failure to improve
• To respect clinic policies
• To keep appointments or cancel in advance
• To seek non-emergent care during regular office hours
• To provide useful feedback about services and policies

If you have a grievence or complaint, please see one of our staff members.