Supporting Students, Every Step of the Way
Commitment to Care
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We are here to serve students health needs and help them succeed academically. Our services help to keep students in school, help them to live balanced lives, and help them proceed into the world with good health and good tools to be healthy individuals. We are accredited by the .
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Curry Health Center maintains strict confidentiality of patient information in accordance with both Federal and State statute (i.e., the Montana Uniform Health Care Information Act and The Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act of 1996.)
Confidentiality is a critical aspect of effective health care provision and Curry Health Center protects confidentiality as our highest priority. No health care information will be released without patient consent, except under the outlined exceptions to this policy or as outlined by Federal or State statute. All unapproved violations of confidentiality will be severely disciplined, including possible termination of employment.
The privilege of confidentiality belongs to the patient/client. Copies of records will be released only at the direction of the patient or by subpoenas. The actual medical record does not leave the Curry Health Center premises. Except for witnessed verbal release, release must be obtained in writing with specific directions as to which records shall be released and to whom. Unless otherwise stated, releases are valid for only six months. If there is a question regarding the validity of a release, that release must be verified directly with the patient. If there continues to be any question, the patient should review the records with the appropriate provider to determine which records should be released. Health care information and records shall not be released to campus officials, faculty, parents, campus safety, the media, or to any other individuals without appropriate release. Directory information, such as names of in-patients, may be released, unless the patient otherwise directs.
Patients may have access to their own health records, unless the health care provider documents that such access is detrimental to the health and welfare of the patient. Only the material that is so determined to be detrimental may be withheld. If a patient requests review of their records, the health care provider shall try to be present to provide explanation. The Curry Health Center cannot withhold access if the patient refuses to meet with the provider unless such access is determined to be detrimental to the health and welfare of the patient.
Some exceptions to confidentiality include:
- If a health care provider believes that on-going child abuse is occurring, that provider must notify the Department of Family Services.
- If a provider believes that a named individual is in danger, based upon a specific threat by a patient/client, that individual must be notified as well as law enforcement officials.
- If a provider believes that an individual is dangerous to him/herself, that provider must take steps to protect that individual, including possible involuntary commitment.
- Health care professionals must report gun shot wounds and stabbing to law enforcement officials as soon as possible to be followed by a written report.
- Health care records will be released, without patient consent, if so directed by court order or subpoena. Legal advice will be obtained whenever a subpoena requests confidential information in conflict with patient directive.
- Prior to release of any records without consent from the patient, approval for such release will be obtained from the supervisor of the department, from the Director of the CHC, and from legal counsel, if appropriate.
If you have any questions or concerns about your confidentiality, please speak directly with your health care provider or Curry Health Center's Director.
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Mission
Curry Health Center is the primary health care provider for the students of the 91次元. We fulfill our campus role of promoting student success by:
- Providing direct health care to students
- Enhancing personal health and development
- Supporting the campus community through education and public health activities
- Providing a variety of learning opportunities for students
Vision
Curry Health Center will be a leading force for creating a healthy campus where:
- Injury or illness will not prevent academic success
- Students engage in healthy and protective behaviors
- Diversity is valued
- Mutual respect is the norm
- Students are wise consumers of health care
- Value and satisfaction are demonstrated
Values
Curry Health Center providers and staff operate in a manner to provide care to students that is honest, compassionate and respectful. This includes being respectful of the students wishes and personal values. Furthermore, Curry Health Center strives to educate students on how to navigate the healthcare system as an adult and how to advocate for themselves regarding their wellbeing. In addition, providers will operate under the ethical standards of their profession.
When we have tough decisions to make, we will always err on the side of those things that we value, which are:
People
We recognize that we provide a service of people helping and caring for other people.
We strive to treat those we serve and those who serve on our behalf with compassion, dignity, and respect. We value our unique relationship with students. We demonstrate our commitment to people by:- Considering the impact of our decisions on people.
- Honest and direct dialogue
- Understanding that people working together create a greater good
- Encouraging individual growth and development
- Promoting an environment of individual responsibility
Quality
Curry Health Center values excellence in all of its endeavors.
We recognize the rapidly changing nature of health care and seek to remain up to date and evidence based. We achieve this through:- Providing high touch care in a high tech environment
- A commitment to ongoing professional development
- Adhering to the highest ethical standards including confidentiality and privacy.
- Inviting and encouraging individuals to participate in addressing their health needs
- A clean and safe work environment
- An organized work environment
Economic Stewardship
Curry Health Center values affordable health care without compromises in quality. We are entrusted with the sustainability of cost effective and efficient health care services on campus. We achieve this by:
- Working collaboratively with stakeholders to establish services and resource priorities
- Transparency of financial operations
- Using funds wisely and conservatively with an emphasis on needs that may be reasonably met in a campus environment
- Creating flexibility to respond to evolving needs through well thought planning
Campus Membership
We recognize that we are a part of a larger, diverse academic organization. We commit to promoting a healthy campus through collaboration and sharing of our expertise. We achieve this through:
- Responsiveness
- Accountability
- Leadership
- Commitment to life-long learning
- Supporting student success
- Guidance and participation in public health matters
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Patient Rights
- To receive high quality, cost-effective, culturally sensitive healthcare.
- To be treated with respect, consideration, privacy, and dignity.
- To maintain confidentiality of patient disclosures and health records.
- To know provider's name, specialty, and position; to specify preference regarding gender; and to change provider if requested, depending on availability.
- To receive complete, current information regarding diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis in understandable terms prior to treatment.
- To be informed of the benefits, possible risks or side effects of treatment, alternate methods, and the potential consequences of treatment refusal.
- To be informed of other health care options before making treatment decisions.
- To express any dissatisfaction directly to one’s provider, to a department director or to the Curry Health Center Director using the Feedback Form.
- To be informed of personal responsibilities involved in seeking health care and maintaining health and wellbeing after treatment.
- To have access to health education materials.
- To be informed of the right to refuse to participate in any research conducted at Curry Health Center.
- To be informed of any costs for services if possible.
Patient Responsibilities
- To be on time and if unable to keep an appointment, to cancel immediately so another patient can be scheduled at that time.
- To present details of condition in a clear, direct manner.
- To respond to providers, other staff and other patients with respect and consideration.
- To ask for clarification if information or instructions are not understood.
- To comply with treatment plan.
- To let Curry Health Center employees know your degree of satisfaction with your care.
- To provide valid identification at each visit and to pay for costs incurred.
- To wear face coverings and use hand sanitizer when entering Curry Health Center if you are feeling ill.
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