Patients’ Rights

According to Medicare, nursing home residents have patient rights. Patients must receive a copy of their rights which include: t he right to be treated with dignity and respect; to be informed in writing about services and fees prior to entering the nursing home; the right to privacy and to keep and use your personal belongings and property as long as it doesn't interfere with the rights, health, or safety of others; and the right to be informed about your medical condition, medications, and to see you own doctor. You also have the right to refuse medications and treatments. How they are enforced is another story entirely.