Every patient seen at APA has the following basic rights.

1.  To be treated with respect and dignity.

2.  To know that all patient information is confidential.

3.  To be given the rights and privileges granted by law 

	with respect to their patient record.

4.  To receive a complete, easily understandable explanation

	 of their condition and treatment.

5.  To be told of appropriate medically necessary treatment 

	options, regardless of cost or benefit coverage.

6.  To participate in decisions involving their treatment.

7.  To be informed of the consequences of refusing treatment 

	or not complying with prescribed treatment.

8.  To choose to participate or not in scientific research.

9.  To file a complaint should a dispute arise 

	over treatment or claims.

10.  To expect that APA will reasonably try to accommodate 

	any cultural, language or gender preferences that the patient 

	may desire in their provider.

11.  To have sufficient information to be able to give informed 

	consent for treatment except in medical emergencies.

12.  To receive information about APA's services and practitioner, 

	clincal guidelines, and patient rights and responsibilities.

13.  To make recommendations regarding APA's patient rights and 

	responsibilities policies.