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Introduced
02/04/2025
02/04/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Medical Patient Rights Act. Changes the definition of "patient". Specifies that each patient has the right to be informed of additional information. Adds a right of each patient to be treated with courtesy and respect, to have the patient's human and civil rights maintained, and to have the patient's basic human needs accommodated in a timely manner. Adds a right of each patient to have the patient's medical directives reviewed with the health care provider before any procedures are scheduled or decisions are made. Adds a right of each patient to continuity and coordination of care among and between all disciplines serving the patient's needs. Adds a right of each patient who receives services from an outside provider to be told the identity of the provider. Updates the right of each patient to privacy and confidentiality, adding that (1) the patient shall be given current information in writing concerning certain aspects of the patient's care, (2) the patient may opt out, either digitally or in writing, from certain sharing of health information, and (3) the patient shall not be denied access to care if opting out. Makes changes to provisions regarding experimental procedures. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Medical Patient Rights Act to expand and clarify patient rights in Illinois healthcare settings. The bill broadens the definition of "patient" to include individuals receiving medical care in various settings, such as inpatient, outpatient, and home-based care. It introduces several new patient rights, including the right to be treated with courtesy and respect, to have basic human needs accommodated in a timely manner, and to have medical directives reviewed before procedures are scheduled. The bill enhances information transparency by requiring healthcare providers to disclose provider identities, contact information, and facility details in patients' preferred language. It also strengthens privacy protections by allowing patients to opt out of health information sharing through digital or written means, while ensuring that patients cannot be denied care for choosing to opt out. Additionally, the bill updates provisions regarding experimental procedures, mandating that patients receive explanations in both spoken and written form and provide written informed consent before participating in research programs. Healthcare providers must now ensure that employees have up-to-date certifications and that patient rights are maintained throughout medical care.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Postponed - Public Health (on 03/10/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1579&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB1579.htm |
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