Your Rights and Responsibilities

At ABQ Surgery Center, you have rights as a patient — and responsibilities that help us deliver safe, high-quality care.

Your rights

• Receive considerate, respectful, and nondiscriminatory care.
• Know the names and roles of everyone involved in your care.
• Receive complete information about your diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.
• Participate in decisions about your care and refuse treatment as permitted by law.
• Have your privacy and confidentiality protected.
• Receive information about charges and payment options.
• Voice concerns or complaints without fear of reprisal.

Your responsibilities

• Provide accurate, complete information about your health and medications.
• Follow the care plan you've agreed to with your providers.
• Treat staff and other patients with courtesy and respect.
• Keep scheduled appointments or notify us in advance if you cannot.
• Meet financial obligations for the care you receive.