Patient Rights

Patient Bill of Rights and Responsibilities

As a patient receiving therapy, you have the right within the limits of the law, to:

  • Receive considerate, respectful, compassionate care regardless of your age, gender, race, national origin, religion, gender preference, or disability.
  • Receive care in a safe environment free from all forms of abuse, neglect, or harassment.
  • Have your property treated with dignity and respect.
  • Be informed of your treatment plan and participate in the development and implementation of your plan of care. Receive a clear explanation of evaluation results; to be informed of potential or lack of potential for improvement.
  • Be fully informed of the care and treatment that will be provided by us, the cost of care, and how payment will be handled.
  • Be provided with services in a timely and competent manner, which includes referral to other appropriate professionals when necessary.
  • Be told the name of your health care provider and the professional qualifications of the person providing services.
  • Expect full consideration of your privacy and confidentiality in care discussions, evaluations, and treatments.
  • Expect that all communications and records about your care are confidential, unless disclosure is allowed by law.
  • Request a copy of and/or review your clinical records, receive an explanation of record entries, and request correction of inaccurate records.
  • Be told in a timely manner of your discharge and be involved in your discharge plan.
  • Request or refuse treatment, and receive information regarding the consequences of refusing treatment.
  • Change health care providers if dissatisfied with your care.
  • Voice your concerns about the care you receive. If you have a problem or complaint, you may call our eastside office at (915) 855-0601 or our far eastside office at (915) 303-5177. If your complaint or concern is not addressed to your satisfaction, you may contact:

Speech Therapy

Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation
P.O. Box 12157
Austin, Texas 78711
(800) 803-9202

Occupational Therapy

Texas Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
1801 Congress Ave Ste 10.900
Austin, TX 78701
512/305-6900

Physical Therapy

Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners
1801 Congress Ave Ste 10.900
Austin, TX 78701
512/305-6900

As a Patient, You Have the Responsibility To:

  • Provide complete and accurate medical, health, and insurance carrier information.
  • Remain under the care of your physician while receiving our services.
  • Keep your appointments or call our eastside office at (915) 855-0601 or our far eastside office at (915) 303-5177.
  • Accept the responsibility for any refusal of treatment.
  • Ask questions when you do not understand information or instructions.
  • Treat New Beginnings staff with courtesy and respect.
  • Contact the New Beginnings office in the event of change of address, phone, or insurance information.
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