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.