(As outlined in the Private Patients Hospital Charter, which you will receive on admission)

You have the right to:

• Receive an explanation of any treatment and associated risks before agreeing to the treatment
• Request other medical opinions if you wish
• Receive advice from your health insurer, doctors and hospital about likely costs including the possible costs of prostheses
• Be treated with respect and dignity
• Receive care and support from nurses and allied health professionals
• Receive advice before you leave hospital about planning your continuing health care
• Make a compliment, suggestion or complaint about your health care and treatment
• Obtain access to your medical records and expect confidentiality for your personal information
• Receive clear, timely and accurate information from your health insurer.

You have the responsibility to:

• Request advice from your health insurer, doctors and hospital about likely costs
• Check with your health insurer before receiving hospital treatment about your level of cover
• Provide all relevant information to your doctor and hospital to assist with your care and treatment (for example, information about allergies or medications you are taking)
• Participate in decisions about your treatment and care
• Participate before you leave hospital in planning your continuing health care.