(740) 262-9845

Your Rights

Patient Rights & Responsibilities

At NobleCare, your safety, dignity, and voice matter. These rights are guaranteed to every patient we serve.

Patient Bill of Rights

Your Rights as Our Patient

1

Dignity and Respect

You have the right to be treated with dignity, respect, and courtesy at all times by every member of our team.

2

Culturally Sensitive Care

You have the right to receive care that is considerate of your personal values, beliefs, cultural background, and preferences.

3

Privacy and Confidentiality

You have the right to privacy and confidentiality of all your personal and health information, protected under HIPAA federal law.

4

Participate in Your Care Plan

You have the right to be involved in developing, reviewing, and changing your plan of care, and to be informed of any changes before they take effect.

5

Informed About Your Services

You have the right to be informed in advance about the services to be provided, the expected outcomes, and any risks involved.

6

Refuse Care

You have the right to refuse any service, treatment, or caregiver at any time, without fear of reprisal or discrimination. We will explain any potential consequences, but the decision is always yours.

7

Freedom from Abuse and Exploitation

You have the right to be free from all forms of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and discrimination.

8

Voice Complaints Without Fear

You have the right to voice complaints and grievances about your care or treatment without fear of retaliation, discrimination, or interruption of services.

9

Access Your Records

You have the right to access and obtain copies of your own clinical records upon written request.

10

Know Our Charges

You have the right to be informed of the agency's charges, payment policies, and billing procedures before services begin.

11

Choose Your Provider

You have the right to choose your home health care provider and to be informed of other providers available in your area.

12

Be Informed of Agency Policies

You have the right to be informed of the agency's policies and procedures, including the complaint process and contact information for external oversight agencies.

13

Personal Property

You have the right to have your personal property treated with respect and to be secure in your belongings.

Your Voice Matters

How to File a Grievance

If you are unsatisfied with any aspect of your care, or if you believe your rights have been violated, you have several options:

1

Contact NobleCare Directly

Call us at (740) 262-9845 or email hello@noblecareohio.com

2

Submit a Written Grievance

Download and complete our Grievance Form (NC-F-02B) and submit it to our office.

3

Contact an External Agency

You may contact the following agencies at any time, regardless of whether you have contacted us first.

External Oversight Agencies

Ohio Department of Health

Licensing and complaint investigation

1-800-342-0553

LICCERT@odh.ohio.gov

Ohio Adult Protective Services

Abuse, neglect, and exploitation

1-855-644-6277

Ohio APS Statewide Hotline

HHS Office for Civil Rights

HIPAA and privacy complaints

1-800-368-1019

hhs.gov/ocr

Non-Retaliation Guarantee

NobleCare Home Health strictly prohibits retaliation against any patient, family member, or employee who files a complaint, reports a concern, or exercises any right described on this page. Your services will never be reduced, altered, or terminated because you spoke up.