In the context of information rights, which statement best describes the Right to Information?

• A. Right to Choose Providers and Plans
• B. Right to Access Emergency Services
• C. Right to Information
• D. Right to Confidentiality

Answer: (C)

Access to information is the cornerstone of informed participation in care. The Right to Information means you can obtain and understand the details about your health, including diagnoses, treatment options, risks and benefits, and how to access services, so you can make knowledgeable decisions about your care. This is different from confidentiality, which protects who can see your information, and from rights related to choosing providers or plans or to receiving emergency services, which concern options or timely care rather than the information itself. So the statement that emphasizes access to and understanding of health information to support informed choices best captures the Right to Information.