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Patient Rights and Safety

Do Not Resuscitate Order

A do not resuscitate order (DNRO) is a document that provides directives of individuals who do not wish to be resuscitated in the event of respiratory or cardiac arrest.

HIPPA

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) provides protection of health information without written permission from the patient and access to their medical and billing records.

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File a COVID Complaint

Ensuring Floridians are protected from losing their jobs or being denied access due to vaccine, COVID-19 testing, or mandates, and protects individuals’ rights.

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Verify a License

Verify the license status and disciplinary history of a health care professional or facility license in the state of Florida.

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