034-6 Wyo. Code R. §§ 6-1 - Patient Autonomy

This principle expresses the concept that professionals have a duty to treat the patient according to the patient's desires, within the bounds of accepted treatment, and to protect the patient's confidentiality. Under this principle, the dentist's primary obligations include involving the patients in treatment decisions in a meaningful way, with due consideration being given to the patient's needs, desires and abilities, and safeguarding the patient's privacy.

(a) Patient Involvement. The dentist shall inform the patient of the proposed treatment, and any reasonable alternatives, in a manner that allows the patient to become involved in treatment decisions.

(b) Patient Records. Dentists shall safeguard the confidentiality of patient records. Dentists shall maintain patient records in a manner consistent with the protection of the welfare of the patient. Upon request of a patient or another dental practitioner, dentists shall provide any information, including X-rays that will be beneficial for the future treatment of that patient.

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034-6 Wyo. Code R. §§ 6-1

Amended, Eff. 4/7/2015. Amended, Eff. 9/26/2017. Amended, Eff. 12/9/2019.