Know Your Patient Rights
Your rights as a patient vary by state. Some states give you stronger protections than others. Find your state below to learn what your consent form must include by law — and what you can push back on.
Your Federal Rights (Every State)
- -Right to be informed: Federal law requires that you understand the risks, benefits, and alternatives before any procedure.
- -HIPAA privacy: Your health information is protected. Providers cannot share it without your written permission (with limited exceptions).
- -Right to refuse: You can say no to any treatment, even after signing a consent form.
Find Your State
California(CA)
Patient-Based4 rights covered
Texas(TX)
Physician-Based3 rights covered
Florida(FL)
Physician-Based3 rights covered
New York(NY)
Physician-Based3 rights covered
Pennsylvania(PA)
Physician-Based2 rights covered
Illinois(IL)
Physician-Based3 rights covered
Ohio(OH)
Physician-Based2 rights covered
Georgia(GA)
Physician-Based2 rights covered
North Carolina(NC)
Physician-Based2 rights covered
Michigan(MI)
Physician-Based2 rights covered
More states coming soon. We're expanding coverage to all 50 states. Check back regularly for updates.