Provision of Information
A patient has the responsibility to provide, to the best of his/her knowledge, accurate and complete information about present complaints, past illnesses, hospitalizations, medications and other matters relating to his/her health. He/she has the responsibility to report unexpected changes in his/her condition to the responsible physician. A patient is responsible for making it known whether he/she clearly comprehends a contemplated course of action and what is expected of him/her.
Compliance With Instructions
A patient is responsible for following the treatment plan recommended by the physician primarily responsible for his/her care. This may include following the instructions of nurses and allied health personnel as they carry out the coordinated plan of care and implement the responsible physician’s orders. The patient is responsible for keeping appointments and, when he/she is unable to do so for any reason, notifying the responsible physician.
Refusal of Treatment
The patient is responsible for his/her actions if he/she refuses treatment or does not follow the physician’s instructions.
Clinic Charges
The patient is responsible for assuring that the financial obligations of his/her health care are fulfilled as promptly as possible.
Respect and Consideration
The patient is responsible for being considerate of the rights of the other patients. The patient is responsible for being respectful of others and of the clinic staff.