Tex. Ins. Code § 845.202

Current with legislation from the 2023 Regular and Special Sessions signed by the Governor as of November 21, 2023.

Section 845.202 - Patient Rights Policies

It is intended that the system incorporate patient-focused considerations that include:

(1) open communication;

(2) informed consent;

(3) protection of confidentiality and privacy;

(4) full disclosure of program policies and procedures to patients and providers;

(5) coverage of emergency care;

(6) disclosure of compensation arrangements with providers; and

(7) efficient appeal of coverage decisions.

Tex. Ins. Code § 845.202

Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1276, Sec. 10A.218(a), eff. 9/1/2003.