We do not exclude from participation, deny benefits to, or otherwise discriminate against patients, students, or visitors on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, age, sex, including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions; marital status; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; socioeconomic status; source of payment; or any other protected status in admission to, participation in, or receipt of the services and benefits of any of its programs and activities, whether carried out by Durham Diagnostic Imaging or through a contractor or other entity with whom Durham Diagnostic Imaging arranges to carry out its programs and activities.

You have the following rights. If someone is helping you make healthcare decisions, he or she may exercise these rights for you.

For comments, complaints, or grievances or to report safety concerns, you can contact your nearest Novant Health location or call toll-free: 1-888-648-7999

Quality care by skilled healthcare team and staff.
Be treated for your pain.
Treatment that is as comfortable as possible.
Emergency procedures without unnecessary delays.
Help decide the details of your plan of care.
Ask for a second opinion, at your expense.

Safe care.
Know when something goes wrong with your care.
Have a family member or friend, as well as your doctor, notified promptly of your admission to the hospital.
Be free from all forms of abuse and neglect.
Be free from the use of restraints unless needed for safety.

Get information in a manner you understand.
Make informed decisions about your care.
Refuse care.
Make advance directives and have your medical wishes followed.
Contact a person or agency to protect your rights.
Have a support person with you for emotional support.
Agree or refuse to allow pictures for purposes other than your care.
Religious and other spiritual services that you choose.
Complain without fear and have your complaints reviewed.

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A detailed bill and an explanation of that bill.
Information about resources to help pay for your healthcare.

Know the names and jobs of the people who care for you.
Be treated with respect and dignity.
Treatment without discrimination.
Respect for your culture, values, beliefs and preferences.
Visitors of your choice. We will inform you of any restrictions.
Personal privacy.

Be an active partner in your healthcare.
Ask questions.
Keep appointments.
Be respectful to other people and their property.
Follow the facility’s rules.
Follow your care instructions.
Share as much health information with us as possible.
Tell us about changes in your condition.
Tell us when you are in pain.
Leave your valuables at home.
Pay for your care.