Rights & Responsibilities

Advanced Directives Policy:
Even though the physicians and staff of Eastside Endoscopy Center respect your right to participate in decisions regarding your healthcare, the policy of the Center is that all patients undergoing endoscopic procedures will be considered eligible for life sustaining treatment, thus we do NOT honor any Advanced Directives or Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders. 

http://www.wsma.org/patient_resources/advance-directives-qa.cfm

http://www.doh.wa.gov/livingwill/


The patient has the right to exercise his or her rights without being subjected to discrimination or reprisal.

If a patient is adjudged incompetent under applicable State health and safety laws by a court of proper jurisdiction, the rights of the patient are exercised by the person appointed under State law to act on the patient’s behalf.

If a State court has not adjudged a patient incompetent, any legal representative designated by the patient in accordance with State law may exercise the patient’s rights to the extent allowed by State law.

Respect
Patients are treated with respect, consideration and dignity for both property and person.

Dignity/Privacy
Patients are provided appropriate privacy.

Consideration and Safety
Receive care in a safe setting.
Be free from all forms of abuse and harassment.

Confidentiality
Patient disclosures and records are treated confidentially, and patients are given the opportunity to approve or refuse their release, except when release is required by law.

Information

  • Patients are provided, to the degree known, complete information concerning their diagnosis, evaluation, treatment and prognosis before the treatment or procedure is performed. When it is medically inadvisable to give such information to a patient, the information is provided to a person designated by the patient or to a legally authorized person.
  • Patient conduct and responsibilities.
  • Disclose physician financial interests or ownership in the Center.
  • Services available at the organization.
  • Provisions for after-hours and emergency care.
  • Fees for services.
  • Payment policies.
  • Advance directives, as required by state or federal law and regulations.
  • The credentials of health care professionals.
  • The patient will be informed of his/her rights prior to the date of the procedure.
  • Marketing or advertising regarding the competence and capabilities of the organization is not misleading to patients.
  • Patients are provided with appropriate information regarding the absence of malpractice insurance coverage.
  • These rights must be provided to the patient or the patient’s representative both verbally and in a manner in which the patient or the patient’s representative understands prior to the date of the procedure.
  • Patients are informed about procedures for expressing suggestions, complaints and grievances regarding treatment or care that is (or fails to be) furnished, including those required by state and federal regulations.
  • Complaints should be registered by contacting the center and/or patient advocate through the State Department of Health or Medicare. The center will respond in writing with notice of how the grievance has been addressed
  • Contacts:
    Michelle Steele, BSN, RN, CGRN
    1135 116th Ave NE, Suite 570, Bellevue, WA 98004
    425-451-7335

    Washington State Department of Health
    (800) 525-0127

    Medicare Beneficiary Ombudsman
    1-800-MEDICARE
    1-800-633-4227
    www.medicare.gov/Ombudsman/resourse.asp

Participation in Care

  • Patient’s right to refuse to participate in experimental research.
  • The patient has the right to actively participate in decisions about his/her care.
  • Patients are informed of their right to change their provider if other qualified providers are available.
  • Patients are given the opportunity to participate in decisions involving their care, except when such participation is contraindicated for medical reasons.

The patient has the responsibility to do the following:

  • Follow the treatment plan prescribed by his/her provider.
  • The patient is encouraged to ask any and all questions of the physician and staff in order that he/she may have a full knowledge of the procedure and aftercare.
  • Provide complete and accurate information to the best of his/her ability about his/her health, any medications, including over-the-counter products and dietary supplements and any allergies or sensitivities.
  • Provide a responsible adult to transport him/her home from the facility and remain with him/her for 24 hours, if required by his/her provider.
  • Inform his/her provider about any living will, medical power of attorney, or other directive that could affect his/her care.
  • Accept personal financial responsibility for any charges not covered by his/her insurance.
  • Be respectful of all the health care providers and staff, as well as the other patients.

These rights and responsibilities are prominently displayed in the waiting area of the Center, and are also available, upon request, in an informational brochure.