Protecting Your Privacy: Our Commitment to You
This notice explains how your personal health information (PHI) may be used and shared, and how you can access this information.
Your Rights at a Glance
You have the right to:
- Access Your Records: Request a copy of your paper or electronic health record.
- Request Changes: Ask us to correct any information you believe is inaccurate or incomplete.
- Confidential Communications: Specify how and where we contact you.
- Restrict Information Sharing: Request limits on how we use or share your information.
- Disclosure List: Get a list of when and with whom we’ve shared your information.
- Privacy Notice: Request a paper copy of this privacy notice anytime.
- Appoint a Representative: Choose someone to make health decisions for you.
- File a Complaint: Contact us if you believe your privacy rights have been violated. To file a complaint you can send a letter to the Office for Civil Rights U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20201.
Your Privacy Choices
You have options regarding how we use and share your information in situations such as:
- Sharing with Family and Friends: Inform them about your condition.
- Emergency Situations: Provide necessary information during emergencies.(If we deem necessary for your well-being, we may share your information even if you are unable to communicate your preferences due to incapacitation).
- Sharing with other professionals: Collaborate with other professionals to provide you mental health care.
How We Use and Share Your Information
We typically use and share your information for:
- Treatment: Collaborate with other healthcare professionals involved in your care.
- Operations: Run our practice efficiently and improve your care.
- Billing: Process payments for the services you receive.
We may also share your information to:
- Comply with Legal Requirements: Adhere to state or federal laws.
- Support Public Health and Safety: Report issues like suspected abuse or health threats.
- Legal Proceedings: Respond to legal actions as required.
Our Obligations
- Protect Your Information: We are required by law to maintain the privacy and security of your PHI.
- Inform You of Breaches: We will notify you promptly if a breach occurs.
- Adhere to Privacy Practices: We will follow the practices described in this notice.
- Obtain Your Permission: We will not use or share your information other than as described here unless you provide written consent.
Updates to This Notice
We may change the terms of this notice, and the changes will apply to all information we have about you. The new notice will be available upon request, in our office, and on our website.
This notice was last updated 5/29/2024
Contact Us
For questions or concerns, contact us: info@atasteofhealing.website