Texas § IN.845.202 - PATIENT RIGHTS POLICIES

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§ IN.845.202. PATIENT RIGHTS POLICIES

PATIENT RIGHTS POLICIES. It is intended that the system incorporate patient-focused considerations that include: (1) open communication; (2) informed consent; (3) protection of confidentiality and privacy; (4) full disclosure of program policies and procedures to patients and providers; (5) coverage of emergency care; (6) disclosure of compensation arrangements with providers; and (7) efficient appeal of coverage decisions. Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1276, Sec. 10A.218(a), eff. Sept. 1, 2003.

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