prepare you when it’s time to address your healthcare team. Your documentation will support your success with insurance claims and financial assistance applications.
Make sure to regularly update and secure your documents as you go along your Hep C journey. Take your time and organize everything that best fits you. You’ve got this!
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Know Your Rights
Knowing your access to timely treatment, informed consent, confidentiality, and protection against discrimination is vital. Understanding your patient rights will equip you with safeguarding your privacy and will allow you to control the disclosure of your medical information. By knowing your rights, you can challenge discriminatory practices and access support services and resources available for Hep C patients.
Check to see if there are any patient advocates at your doctor’s facility. To find patient advocates on the premises, contact the facility for information on patient advocacy services. Inquire with the patient relations department. Utilize directories or information desks and reach out to local support organizations. You deserve to receive equitable and respectful care!
Stand up for yourself! Equip yourself with the above tools and remember that no one can speak up for you like you can. Inquire, speak, document, and don’t be afraid to search for other options.