HIPAA Compliance Statement
Effective Date: 2-11-25
Social Pediatric Therapy is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our clients’ health information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This statement outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of your Protected Health Information (PHI).
How We Protect Your Information
We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to ensure that your PHI remains confidential and secure. Our policies comply with federal regulations, and our staff is trained on HIPAA compliance to maintain your privacy.
Use and Disclosure of Protected Health Information
We only use or disclose your PHI for the following permitted purposes:
- Treatment – To coordinate care with your healthcare providers.
- Payment – To process billing and insurance claims.
- Healthcare Operations – To improve services and ensure quality care.
We will not use or share your information for other purposes without your written consent, except as required by law.
Your Rights Under HIPAA
As a patient, you have the right to:
- Access and obtain a copy of your health records.
- Request corrections to your health information.
- Receive a list of certain disclosures of your PHI.
- Request restrictions on how your information is used.
- File a complaint if you believe your rights have been violated.
How to Contact Us
If you have any questions about our HIPAA compliance or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
Social Pediatric Therapy
Alexander Yaldo
[email protected]
For more detailed information, please review our Notice of Privacy Practices, available upon request.
NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES
Effective Date: 2-11-25
This Notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUR PRIVACY
We are dedicated to protecting the privacy of your health information. We create records of the care and services you receive to provide quality treatment and comply with legal requirements. This Notice applies to all records maintained by our clinic and describes your rights and our obligations regarding your Protected Health Information (PHI) under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
HOW WE MAY USE AND DISCLOSE YOUR HEALTH INFORMATION
We may use or share your PHI in the following ways:
- For Treatment
We may share your health information with doctors, therapists, or other healthcare providers involved in your care.
- For Payment
We may use your information to bill and collect payment from your insurance company or responsible parties.
- For Healthcare Operations
We may use your PHI to evaluate our services, train staff, or conduct quality assessments to improve care.
- As Required by Law
We may disclose your health information when required by law, such as for public health reporting, legal investigations, or government audits.
- For Appointment Reminders & Health-Related Services
We may contact you to remind you of appointments or inform you about treatment options and services.
- With Your Written Authorization
For any use not covered above, we will obtain your written consent before sharing your PHI. You may revoke this authorization at any time in writing.
YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING YOUR HEALTH INFORMATION
As a patient, you have the following rights under HIPAA:
- Right to Access Your Records
You may request a copy of your health records. Fees may apply for copies.
- Right to Request Corrections
If you believe your record is incorrect or incomplete, you may request an amendment.
- Right to Request Restrictions
You may ask us to limit how we use or share your PHI. While we will consider your request, we are not always required to comply.
- Right to Confidential Communications
You may request that we contact you in a specific way (e.g., phone, email, or mail).
- Right to Receive a List of Disclosures
You may request an accounting of certain disclosures of your PHI made in the past six years.
- Right to File a Complaint
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.
CONTACT INFORMATION
To exercise any of these rights or file a complaint, please contact:
Social Pediatric Therapy
[email protected]
For more information, visit www.hhs.gov/hipaa or call 1-877-696-6775.