6 Colo. Code Regs. § 1011-1-21-5
Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 11, June 10, 2024
Section 6 CCR 1011-1-21-5 - PATIENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES5.1 Upon admission, each hospice patient/family shall receive a copy of the Hospice Patient's Bill of Rights and Responsibilities.5.2 There shall be written documentation of receipt of the copy of the patient rights and responsibilities.5.3 By written declaration the hospice shall affirm the following patient rights and responsibilities: (A) The right to be informed of the hospice concept, admission criteria, services to be provided, options available, and any charges which may be incurred.(B) The right to participate in developing the patient plan of care.(C) The right to expect that all records be confidential.(D) The right to refuse service or withdraw from the program at any time.(E) The responsibility to provide accurate information which may be useful to the hospice in delivering appropriate care.(F) The right to express a grievance without fear of reprisal. 5.4 Hospice responsibilities shall include but not be limited to:(A) Providing quality care to individuals regardless of race, religion, sex, age, and/or physical or mental disabilities or ability to pay;(B) Training all employees and volunteers adequately for the type of service they provide;(C) Providing care that is ethical, is in the best interest of the patient, and is respectful of the patient/family life values, religious preference, dignity, individuality, privacy in treatment and personal needs; and(D) Assuring special attention to patients who are infants, small children and adolescents in regard to their right to privacy, choice and dignity.