Student Health Services complies with the Federal HIPPA regulations. All medical information is strictly confidential.
Medical information will be released only upon written consent given by the student.
All medical information is retained for three (3) years as required by the Board of Regents policies.
Patients’ Rights and Responsibilities
You have the right to:
Reasonable access to care, regardless of ethnicity, age, gender, disability, national origin, or sexual orientation
Considerate and respectful care tailored to the individual’s needs, value, and beliefs
Reasonable access to care within our mission and scope of practice
Participate in decisions involving his or her health care
Information about diagnosis and treatment
Know the identity and professional status of the provider
Personal privacy and confidentiality of information
Accept or refuse care and to be informed of the medical consequences of refusal
Expect reasonable healthy, safe, and secure environment in the clinic
To request consultation with another provider if needs cannot be met - will refer to appropriate provider
Be informed of research and educational projects affecting care or treatment, and to refuse to participate in such activities
Approve or refuse release of information, except as required by law
Present concerns and complaints and to receive a response
Information provided about services, hours, fees and payment, eligibility
You have the responsibility to:
Provide accurate and complete health information to the best of his or her knowledge
Report unexpected changes in condition to the provider
Report whether you clearly comprehend the plan of treatment and what is expected of you
Express any concerns about plan of care and ability to follow it
Follow the treatment plan
Understand the consequences of noncompliance with the treatment plan and accept the responsibility for refusing treatment or failing to follow instructions
Present any significant concerns to the provider or other Health Center representative
Keep appointments, or if unable, to inform the health center
Respect the rights and the professional integrity of those providing care
Respond to Health Center requests for feedback and evaluation of care provided
Respect the rights and property of patients and staff