1 /5 Levernd Herrington: Dear Patient Relations Team,
I am writing to formally express my disappointment with the treatment I received from the registration staff during my visit to your Emergency Room on 1/28/25 at approximately 8:43 PM. My experience with the registration process was unprofessional and concerning, both in terms of customer service and potential violations of patient rights.
Upon arriving at the registration area, the registrar failed to verify my identity and simply waved me over without any clear communication. When I approached, I struggled to understand her due to her accent, and instead of attempting to assist me, she turned her back and ignored me. Additionally, another front desk staff member mumbled something, and when I asked for clarification, she dismissively waved me off.
This level of service is unacceptable, especially in a healthcare setting where patients are already under stress. The lack of professionalism and courtesy displayed by your staff made an already difficult situation worse. Furthermore, I am concerned about whether proper HIPAA protocols were followed, given that my identity was not verified appropriately.
I strongly urge your hospital to address these issues by re-educating staff on proper patient interaction, customer service, and HIPAA compliance. No patient should have to experience this level of disregard when seeking medical care. Due to this incident, I have lost trust in your facility and will not be returning in the future.
I would appreciate a response outlining the steps your hospital will take to ensure this does not happen to others. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.