Patient Information

Helpful resources for your visit and care

At Carson Tahoe Health, we believe great care extends beyond medical treatment. Our team is committed to supporting patients and families throughout every step of the healthcare experience.

This section provides helpful information to prepare you for your visit or hospital stay, including resources for medical records, patient rights, billing and financial services, visitor information, and additional services designed to support your comfort and care.

Patient-Centered Care

At Carson Tahoe Health, we are dedicated to providing patient-centered care, focusing on the unique needs of each individual. Our team understands that healing involves more than treating a condition—it means caring for the whole person.

From thoughtfully designed patient rooms to advanced privacy systems and calming views of the surrounding Sierra Nevada mountains, our facilities were created to support comfort, dignity, and healing. Throughout your stay, our physicians, nurses, and care teams are here to listen, answer questions, and ensure you feel informed and supported.

Patient-Centered Care

Important Patient Information

Find important resources to help you prepare for your care, including medical records, advance directives, billing information, and guidance for upcoming appointments or procedures.

Healthcare Services Billed Separately

Please be advised that you can receive several bills in conjunction with your visit at Carson Tahoe.

Physicians are NOT employees of the hospital and deliver independent services, including but not limited to: emergency or urgent care, obstetrics and gynecology, pathology, radiology, anesthesiology and surgery.

Since every insurance plan is different, it is very important to check your coverage and ask questions. You can contact your insurance plan directly, or contact your employer for more information.

ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance and TDD services, are available to you, free of charge.

ATENCIÓN: Si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia linguistic y TDD.

More Languages: Español (Spanish), Tagalog (Tagalog – Filipino), 繁體中文 (Chinese), 한국어 (Korean) Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese), አማር (Amharic), ภาษาไทย (Thai) 日本語 (Japanese), Arabic, Русский (Russian), Français (French), Gagana fa’a Sāmoa (Samoan), Deutsch (German), Ilokano (Ilocano), Farsi, Gagana fa'a Sāmoa (Samoan), Ilokano (Ilocano)

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Medical Records

Accessing your medical records is simple and secure. Patients can view many records and test results through the MyChart patient portal, or request copies of their records through Carson Tahoe Health’s Health Information Management team.

If you need assistance obtaining your records or sending them to another provider, our team is here to help guide you through the process.

View Medical Records

Advance Directive

Advance directives help ensure your healthcare wishes are known and respected if you are unable to communicate them yourself. These documents may include a living will and a durable power of attorney for healthcare, allowing you to outline your care preferences and designate someone to make medical decisions on your behalf.

Learn more about advance directives and access Nevada forms and resources.

Learn About Advance Directives

Preparing for Procedures

Preparing for a procedure or surgery helps ensure your safety and supports a smooth recovery. Before your appointment, it’s important to follow your care team’s instructions regarding eating and drinking, medications, and what to bring with you to the hospital. Review helpful guidelines to prepare for your upcoming procedure.

Prepare for Your Procedure

Appointment Reminders

Carson Tahoe Health offers convenient text message reminders to help you stay informed about upcoming appointments and important updates related to your care. Patients can enroll to receive reminders and manage communication preferences through MyChart. Learn how to sign up for text reminders, confirm appointments, and manage your notification preferences.

Learn About Appointment Reminders

Patient Condition Inquiries

Need information about a loved one’s condition? Learn how Carson Tahoe shares patient status updates, what information can be provided, and how we protect every patient’s privacy.

Learn About Patient Condition Inquiries

Finding a Patient

You can access a patient’s room number at the Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center at any patient registration area and/or the information desk in the front lobby.

You can call (775) 445-8000 to reach an operator who can connect you to a patient’s room. Operators can only transfer calls to nurses stations in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Cardiovascular Unit (CVU).

RMC Shuttle Service

There are two main visitor parking areas for the Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center. Visitor parking is available near the Main Entrance on the southeast side of the facility (parking lot 1) and on the northwest side (parking lot 4) near the Emergency Entrance. Volunteer shuttle drivers are available during normal business hours. Visitors can schedule a shuttle pick-up by calling (775) 450-5371.

Medicare Wellness Visits

Medicare Wellness Visits

Take advantage of your Medicare-covered annual visit to review your health and create a personalized plan for staying well.

Learn More Medicare Wellness Visits
MyChart Patient Portal

MyChart Patient Portal

Securely access your health records, test results, appointments, and messages with your care team anytime.

Access MyChart
Notice of Privacy Practices

Notice of Privacy Practices

Learn how Carson Tahoe Health protects your health information and understand your privacy rights under HIPAA.

View Privacy Notice
Patient Relations

Patient Experience

Our Patient Experience team is here to listen, answer questions, and help address concerns to ensure your care experience is positive and supportive.

Get Support
Patient Rights

Patient Rights & Responsibilities

Learn about your rights as a patient at Carson Tahoe Health and the resources available to support you during your care.

View Patient Rights

Recognize Exceptional Care

Help us recognize the Carson Tahoe Health team members who make a difference in the lives of our patients and families. The DAISY Award honors nurses who provide extraordinary compassionate care, while the Sunflower Award celebrates staff members across all roles who help brighten a patient’s experience

Thank You Nurse
Grateful Patient

Grateful Patient Program

If a member of our care team made your experience special, you can recognize them through our Grateful Patient Program. Your gift honors compassionate care while supporting important programs and services that benefit patients across our community.