R432-600-15. Patients' Rights

  (1) The clinic shall provide informed consent material (see Section 76-7-305.5) to any patient or potential patient.

  (2) Written policies regarding the rights of patients shall be made available to the patient, public, and the Department upon request.

  (3) Each patient admitted to the facility shall have the following rights:

  (a) To be fully informed, prior to or at the time of admission and during stay, of these rights and of all facility rules that pertain to the patient;

  (b) To be fully informed, prior to or at the time of admission and during stay, of services available in the facility and of any charges for which the patient may be liable;

  (c) To refuse to participate in experimental research;

  (d) To refuse treatment and to be informed of the medical consequences of such refusal;

  (e) To be assured confidential treatment of personal and medical records and to approve or refuse release to any individual outside the facility, except in the case of transfer to another health facility, or as required by law or third party payment contract;

  (f) To be treated with consideration, respect, and full recognition of personal dignity and individuality, including privacy in treatment and in care for personal needs.