What are my rights under the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights?
When you use any health and disability services you are covered by certain rights:
you have the right to be treated with respect, including respect for your privacy and your cultural, religious, and social background.
you have the right to be free from discrimination, coercion, harassment or other exploitation.
you have the right to have services provided with enough reasonable care and skill to meet all relevant standards.
you have the right to effective communication with your health care provider; this may include an interpreter.
you have the right to be given the correct information and honest answers to your questions so you can make an informed decision.
you have the right to have a support person with you and the right to complain about a provider.