Section
381.026
, Florida Statutes, addresses the Patient's Bill of
Rights and Responsibilities. The purpose of this section is to promote
the interests and well being of patients and to promote better
communication between the patient and the health care provider. Florida
law requires that your health care provider or health care facility
recognize your rights while you are receiving medical care and that you
respect the health care provider's or health care facility's right to
expect certain behavior on the part of patients. You may request a copy
of the full text of this law from your health care provider or health
care facility. A summary of your rights and responsibilities follows.
This document is current as of November 2024.