Patient Rights, Responsibilities & Release of Information
Patient Rights
As a patient, you have the right to:
1. Respect and Dignity
Receive considerate, respectful, and compassionate care regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or ability to pay.
2. Privacy and Confidentiality
Expect that your personal health information and records will be kept confidential, in accordance with federal and state privacy laws (HIPAA).
3. Information and Communication
Be informed about your diagnosis, treatment options, and prognosis in terms you can understand.
Request and receive copies of your medical records.
4. Informed Consent
Receive an explanation of any proposed procedure or treatment, including risks, benefits, and alternatives, before giving consent.
5. Participation in Care
Participate actively in decisions regarding your care and treatment plan.
Refuse treatment to the extent permitted by law and be informed of the possible consequences.
6. Access to Care
Receive appropriate evaluation, treatment, and referral within the capabilities of the provider or facility.
7. Complaint Resolution
Express concerns or complaints about your care and receive a fair and timely review without fear of retaliation.
8. Telehealth Rights (if applicable)
Receive care via telehealth technology in a private and secure manner.
Refuse telehealth services and request in-person care when available.
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Patient Responsibilities
As a patient, you are responsible for:
1. Providing Accurate Information
Giving complete and accurate information about your health, including past illnesses, medications, allergies, and other relevant details.
2. Following the Treatment Plan
Following the agreed-upon treatment plan and notifying your provider if you have questions or difficulties following it.
3. Respect and Consideration
Treating healthcare providers, staff, and other patients with respect and courtesy.
4. Appointments and Attendance
Arriving on time for appointments or giving appropriate notice if you need to cancel or reschedule.
5. Financial Responsibility
Providing accurate insurance information and fulfilling financial obligations for your care promptly.
6. Use of Telehealth Technology (if applicable)
Ensuring you have a private, safe, and appropriate environment for telehealth sessions.
Not recording or distributing telehealth sessions without prior consent.
Release of Medical Information – Patient SummaryWhat this meansBy signing the Release of Information form, you are allowing our clinic to share your medical information when needed and as you request.---What information may be sharedThis may include:Notes from your urgent care or telehealth visitDiagnoses and treatment plansMedications or prescriptionsLab or test resultsBilling or insurance informationOnly the information needed for the approved purpose will be shared.---Why information may be sharedYour information may be released for reasons such as:Continuing or coordinating your medical careReferrals to another provider or specialistInsurance, billing, or payment purposesAt your request (for personal use or another provider)---Who may receive the informationInformation may be shared with:Other healthcare providers involved in your careInsurance companies or billing partnersIndividuals or organizations you specifically authorize---Telehealth visitsBecause your visit was provided by telehealth, information from your virtual visit (such as video, audio, images, or electronic messages) may be part of your medical record and shared as authorized.---Your rightsSigning this form is voluntary and not required to receive careYou may cancel (revoke) this authorization in writing at any timeOnce information is shared, it may no longer be protected by HIPAA if re-shared by the recipientThis authorization expires on the date listed on the form or within one year if no date is specifiedIf you have questions about how your information is used or shared, please contact our clinic.---
Acknowledgment
I have read and understand my rights and responsibilities as a patient.
I acknowledge that I may request a copy of this form for my records.
USave Health
Practice/Company Name: USave Health
Primary Business Address: 2630 W Broward Blvd Suite 203-1842, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312-1314
Phone: 954-870-4790
Email: policy@usavehealth.com
Website: usavehealth.com
Effective Date: [10/1/2025]
Last Updated: [10/1/2025]
