The bill of rights includes 10 articles. They are:
Article 1 – Right to access affordable health care. Every American shall have the right to access affordable health care that meets the consumer’s needs, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status or preexisting conditions.
The health care sector shall strive to ensure that essential health care services, including preventive care, medical treatments, medications and substance abuse disorder services, are accessible and affordable for all individuals.
Article 2 – Right to quality care. When accessing health care, every American shall expect to receive quality health care services that meet or exceed established standards of care that are transparent and clinically appropriate.
Health care providers and institutions shall be held accountable for maintaining the highest levels of quality, safety and efficacy in their practices.
Article 3 – Right to privacy and confidentiality. Every American shall have the right to privacy and confidentiality to all health care-related matters.
Health care providers and institutions shall protect the privacy and confidentiality of patients’ medical information, adhering to strict standards and regulations.
Article 4 – Right to individual autonomy. Every American shall have the right to make informed decisions regarding their health care, including the right to refuse or consent to medical treatment.
Health care providers shall respect and honor the autonomy of patients, providing them with all relevant information to make informed decisions about their health.
Article 5 – Right to health equity. Every American shall have the right to health care that is equitable, just and free from discrimination.
The health care sector shall take necessary measures to address and eliminate health disparities, ensuring that underserved populations have equal access to health care resources and services.
The health care sector shall create awareness of social determinants of health, including economic stability, education access and quality, neighborhood and physical infrastructure, social and community context.
Article 6 – Right to health education. Every American shall have the right to access comprehensive health education and information to promote personal well-being and prevention of diseases.
The health care sector shall prioritize health education programs, including public health campaigns, to empower individuals with the knowledge to make informed decisions about their health.
Article 7 – Right to affordable medication. Every American shall have the right to access affordable medications necessary for their health and well-being.
The health care sector shall implement policies to ensure the affordability and availability of essential medications, including the oversight and transparency of drug prices and the promotion of generic or biosimilar alternatives.
Article 8 – Right to emergency care. Every American shall have the right to emergency medical care without fear of financial hardship.
Health care providers shall be obligated to provide emergency care to all individuals in need, regardless of their ability to pay, ensuring that no one is denied life-saving treatment due to financial constraints.
Article 9 – Right to health care advocacy. Every American shall have the right to an effective and accessible health care advocacy system.
Every American shall have the right to complain, refer concerns and pursue expedited appeal of coverage determinations.
The government shall establish mechanisms for individuals to seek assistance and resolve grievances related to their health care, ensuring that their rights and protected and uphold.
Article 10 – States rights. Consumers shall be able to access health care and insurance markets locally.
Each state shall regulate the health care and insurance markets and is charged with protecting the consumer.
States will embody these principles of consumer protection and be permitted to have oversight within the health care ecosystem within its state borders, except to compete directly with the private health are market.
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