Louisiana Administrative Code
Title 48 - PUBLIC HEALTH-GENERAL
Part I - General Administration
Subpart 3 - Licensing and Certification
Chapter 80 - Children's Respite Care Centers
Subchapter D - Patient Care Services
Section I-8077 - Patient Rights and Responsibilities

1. be cared for by a team of professionals who provides high quality comprehensive services as needed and appropriate for patient/family;

2. have a clear understanding of the availability of CRCC services;

3. receive appropriate and compassionate care regardless of race, gender, creed, disability, sexual orientation or the ability to pay for services rendered;

4. be fully informed regarding patient status in order to participate in the POC. The professional team shall assist patient/family in identifying which services and treatments will help attain these goals;

5. be fully informed regarding the potential benefits and risks of all medical treatments or services suggested, and to accept or refuse those treatments and/or services as appropriate to patient/family personal wishes;

6. be treated with respect and dignity;

7. have patient/family trained in effective ways of caring for the patient;

8. confidentiality with regard to provision of services and all client records, including information concerning patient/family health status, as well as social, and/or financial circumstances. The patient information and/or records shall be released only with patient/family's written consent, and or as required by law;

9. voice grievances concerning patient care, treatment, and/or respect for person or privacy without being subject to discrimination or reprisal, and have any such complaints investigated by the CRCC; and

10. be informed of any fees or charges in advance of services for which patient/family may be liable. Patient/family has the right to access any insurance or entitlement program for which patient may be eligible.

1. participate in developing the POC and update as his or her condition/needs change;

2. provide CRCC with accurate and complete health information;

3. remain under a doctor's care while receiving CRCC services; and

4. assist CRCC staff in developing and maintaining a safe environment in which patient care can be provided.