Basic rights of all health care consumers

Legal Information

• How Can I Get Medical Coverage or Help With Medical Bills?

  5905EN - This publication explains what types of health care coverage are offered by the state for those in need. Read More

  By:

  Northwest Justice Project

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  Russian / Pусский

• Informed Consent and Medical Treatment: Understand What You are Agreeing To

  5933EN - Under the doctrine of "informed consent," you have a right to get enough information to make an intelligent decision regarding your medical care. You have the right to decide what happens to your body. Read More

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  Northwest Justice Project

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  Spanish / Español

• Reviewing and Getting Copies of Your Medical Records

  5930EN - You have a right, under almost all circumstances, to examine and obtain copies of your medical file. Your health care provider must also explain any abbreviations or codes used in your medical records. Read More

  By:

  Northwest Justice Project

• The Health Care Reform Lawsuit: A Primer for Washington Residents PDF

  In March 2010, Congress passed landmark legislation to reform our health care system. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, known as the "Affordable Care Act" or "ACA," aims to achieve near universal health coverage, slow the growth of health care costs and insurance premiums, and end the discriminatory insurance practices that long prevented many from obtaining health coverage. Content Detail

  By:

  Northwest Health Law Advocates

• Your Right to Keep Your Medical Records Private

  5931EN - Your health care provider may only disclose your health care information to another person, after your written consent. There are a few very narrow exceptions to this rule. Read More

  By:

  Northwest Justice Project

• Providing Health Care to Minors Under Washington Law PDF

  A summary of health care services that can be provided to minors without the consent of their parents or guardians. Content Detail

• What Can I do if My Medical Records are Wrong?

  5932EN - You have the right to correct or amend your medical records for accuracy and completeness. You may correct any medical records you have a right to examine and copy. Read More

  By:

  Northwest Justice Project

• Under Eighteen: Your Health Care Rights

  5934EN - This publication outlines what health care services you may receive without the consent of a parent or guardian. Read More

  By:

  Northwest Justice Project

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  Spanish / Español

• A Guide to Washington's Medical Marijuana Law

  Information for patients, caregivers, doctors, and the public regarding medical marijuana use in Washington State. Content Detail

  By:

  ACLU

• AIDS, The Law and You PDF

  Questions and answers relating to housing, estate-planning, probate, employment, immigration and more for individuals who are HIV positive. Content Detail

  By:

  KCBA Volunteer Legal Services