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A doctor does have the right to refuse treatment to almost anyone, for almost any reason. Just as a patient has the right to refuse treatment from anyone.

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12y ago

Yes they do. Most likely, a paramedic will then have them sign a waiver claiming that they refused aid. This prevents anyone from being responsible for them.

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Absolutely. Except in a life and death situation.

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yes it can. it happend to me.

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Nope

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No. As long as you can make the payments for all the fees and hospital charges, they cannot refuse treatment.


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