You have the right to:

• Be treated with dignity, respect and professionalism in all health care settings by all
  providers and all staff
• Receive compassionate, judgment-free and comprehensive care that is mindful of your
  sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression for all health services
• Respectful discussions with providers about your health and health care needs,
  including your sexual history and current sex life
• Have your gender identity and gender expression recognized, affirmed, documented
  and accommodated in all health care interactions
• Clear explanations of providers’ requests for your health information
• Clear explanations of all medical procedures and risks, and the right to choose or
  refuse any treatment
• Access health insurance coverage and benefits without discrimination based on sexual
  orientation, gender identity and gender expression
• Choose who will make medical decisions for you if you are unable; and, if you are a
  minor, the right to have your voice and best interests included in these decisions
• Decide who may and may not visit you if you are admitted to a health care facility
• Privacy and confidentiality

Mistreated or denied care because of your sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression?
Call 311 or 718-722-3131 to file a complaint with the New York City Commission on Human Rights.

For more information on your health care rights, visit nyc.gov/health/LGBTQrights.

To learn more about our LGBTQAI+ Health Services, click here.