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Here is some sample content from Hospice Patient Rights and Responsibilities:

	HOSPICE PATIENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES PATIENT RIGHTS: Hospice patients and their caregivers have a right to mutual respect and dignity. The Hospice staff are prohibited from accepting personal gifts and borrowing from patients/families. As a Patient of this Hospice, you have the right to: Be informed of your rights at the time of admission and before the initiation of care, and on an ongoing basis as necessary. Receive this information in writing and in a manner that you understand. Be informed of your rights to formulate advance directives. Be treated with consideration, respect...
Second excerpt:
	...to: Remain under a physician's care while receiving Hospice services. Provide Hospice with a complete and accurate health history in order to plan and carry out care. Inform Hospice staff about any changes in your health status, condition or treatment. Provide Hospice with all requested insurance and financial information/records. Sign or have your legal representative sign the required consents and releases for insurance billing. Allow the Hospice to act on your behalf in filing...