Texas Statutes (Last Updated: January 4, 2014) |
INSURANCE CODE |
Title 6. ORGANIZATION OF INSURERS AND RELATED ENTITIES |
Subtitle C. LIFE, HEALTH, AND ACCIDENT INSURERS AND RELATED ENTITIES |
Chapter 845. STATEWIDE RURAL HEALTH CARE SYSTEM |
Subchapter E. GOALS OF SYSTEM |
Sec. 845.202. PATIENT RIGHTS POLICIES
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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.