As a patient, you have certain rights and responsibilities. We believe that patients who understand and participate in their health care achieve better results. Therefore, we encourage you to become an active partner with your health care team by being an informed patient and exercising your rights.
Many medications, treatments and medical procedures can affect your balance and behavior. Learn how you can take care of yourself by preventing falls, learning tips on antibiotics, hand washing and how to care for yourself after discharge.
The Federal Patient Self-Determination Act requires hospitals to ask all admitted patients if they have an advance directive, such as a "Living Will" or a "Durable Power of Attorney," that would affect decisions regarding their medical treatment. Learn more about advance directives here.
As a service to patients, hospital representatives will complete and submit claims to insurance companies and other third-party payers on the patient's behalf. Most insurance companies require that patients obtain authorization before receiving hospital services.
Complete insurance and billing information must be provided at the time of registration or admission. As a service to patients, hospital representatives will complete and submit claims to insurance companies and other third-party payers on the patient's behalf. Most insurance companies require that patients obtain authorization before receiving hospital services. Any expenses unpaid by insurance companies are the responsibility of the patient.
The Chesapeake Regional Healthcare Executive Team is dedicated to serving the communities of Hampton Roads and northeastern North Carolina. Each strongly believe in the mission and values of Chesapeake Regional Healthcare.
Chesapeake Regional Healthcare is committed to providing quality care in the safest environment for our patients and to being transparent in our reporting of this quality data to the public.
Chesapeake Regional Medical Group (CRMG) offers excellent medical, surgical and specialty care providers for patients who prefer the trusted name of Chesapeake Regional Healthcare.
The Chesapeake General Hospital Auxiliary was developed with hard-working hands and spirited hearts. Each member is dedicated to serving as a valuable resource to the hospital and as an ambassador in the community.
Volunteering at Chesapeake Regional Healthcare is rewarding and interesting. Our volunteers know they are making a difference every day and that their efforts are appreciated by our patients and staff.