Notice of Privacy Practices Acknowledgement
I understand that I have certain rights of privacy regarding my protected health information, under the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). I understand that this information can and will be used to:
1. Conduct, plan, and direct my treatment and follow-up among the multiple healthcare providers who may be involved in that treatment directly and indirectly.
2. Obtain payment from third-party payers.
3. Conduct normal healthcare operations, such as quality assessments and physician’s certifications.
I acknowledge that I may request your NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES containing a more complete description of the uses and disclosures of my health information. I also understand that I may request, in writing, that you restrict how my private information is used to disclosed to carry out treatment, payment, or healthcare operation. I also understand you are not required to agree to my requested restrictions, but if you do agree, then you are bound to abide by such restrictions.