Rights
As a patient in the Military Health System, you have the right to:
Get Information
You have the right to receive accurate, easy-to-understand information through written materials, presentations and TRICARE representatives to help you make informed decisions about TRICARE programs, medical professionals and facilities.
Choose Providers and Plans
You have the right to a choice of health care providers that is sufficient to ensure access to appropriate high-quality health care.
Emergency Care
You have the right to access emergency health care services when and where the need arises.
Participate in Treatment
You have the right to receive and review information about the diagnosis, treatment and progress of your condition, and to fully participate in all decisions related to your health care or to be represented by family members, conservators or other duly appointed representatives if you are unable to fully participate in treatment decisions.
Respect and Nondiscrimination
You have the right to considerate, respectful care from all members of the health care system without discrimination based on race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information or source of payment.
Confidentiality of Health Information
You have the right to communicate with health care providers in confidence and to have the confidentiality of your health care information protected. You also have the right to review, copy and request amendments to your medical records. See Medical Records for more information.
Complaints and Appeals
You have the right to a fair and efficient process for resolving differences with your health plan, health care providers and the institutions that serve them. See Appeals and Grievances for more information.
Last Modified:January 12, 2010
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