Your Rights Regarding Your Protected Health Information (PHI)
- Right to Access Your PHI
You have the right to view and obtain a copy of your protected health information. However, federal law restricts access to certain records, including psychotherapy notes, information prepared in anticipation of legal actions, and any PHI that is legally restricted.
- Right to Request Restrictions on Use and Disclosure
You can ask us not to use or share parts of your PHI for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations. You can also request that we do not share your information with certain family members or friends involved in your care. Your request must specify the restriction and to whom it applies. While we will consider your request, your physician is not required to agree if they believe it is in your best interest to use or disclose your information. If you disagree, you have the right to seek care from another healthcare provider.
- Right to Confidential Communication
You have the right to request that we communicate with you about your health information in a confidential manner, such as through alternative means or at a different location.
- Right to Receive a Copy of This Notice
You can request a paper copy of this notice at any time, even if you have previously agreed to receive it electronically.
- Right to Request Amendments to Your PHI
If you believe your PHI is incorrect or incomplete, you can request an amendment. If we deny your request, you have the right to submit a statement of disagreement, and we may provide a rebuttal. A copy of any rebuttal will be given to you.
- Right to an Accounting of Disclosures
You may request an accounting of certain disclosures of your PHI that we have made, if any.
- Right to Changes in This Notice
We reserve the right to change the terms of this notice at any time. If changes are made, you will be notified by mail. At that point, you have the right to object or withdraw your consent as outlined in this notice.
Complaints:
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the Secretary of Health and Human Services. You can file a complaint with us by notifying our privacy contact. We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.
This notice was published and becomes effective on April 14, 2003.
We are required by law to maintain the privacy of your protected health information and provide you with this notice outlining our legal duties and privacy practices. If you have any objections to this form, please ask to speak with our HIPAA Compliance Officer in person or by phone using our main contact number.
Acknowledgement of Receipt:
I acknowledge that I have received and understand the "Your Rights Regarding Protected Health Information" notice.