Bill 119 HR 1358, also known as the Patients' Rights to Hospital Visitation Act, aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish and protect patients' rights to have visitors while in the hospital. The bill seeks to ensure that patients have the right to designate who can visit them during their hospital stay, regardless of their relationship to the patient. The legislation also includes provisions to protect patients from discrimination based on factors such as race, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity when it comes to visitation rights. This means that hospitals must allow patients to have visitors of their choosing, without any discriminatory practices. Additionally, the bill includes measures to ensure that hospitals provide clear and accessible information to patients about their visitation rights. This includes informing patients of their right to designate visitors, as well as any restrictions or limitations that may apply. Overall, the Patients' Rights to Hospital Visitation Act aims to protect and uphold the rights of patients to have visitors while in the hospital, regardless of their personal circumstances. It seeks to ensure that patients are able to receive the support and companionship they need during their hospital stay, without facing discrimination or barriers to visitation.
Bill 119 HR 1358, also known as the Patients' Rights to Hospital Visitation Act, aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish and protect patients' rights to have visitors while in the hospital. The bill ...