Our HIPAA Privacy policies are designed to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all protected health information (PHI) that our company handles. Here’s a detailed overview of our HIPAA Privacy practices
Confidentiality of PHI
All personally identifiable information (PII) and patient health information (PHI) are treated with the highest level of confidentiality
Employees are required to sign Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreements, legally binding them to protect the privacy of client and patient information.
Access to PHI is strictly controlled and granted only to authorized personnel who need it to perform their job functions
Any PHI shared with clients or third parties is done so under secure and compliant methods, ensuring that the information is protected at all stages
Patient Rights
USHCBS ensures that patient rights are respected, including the right to access their PHI, request amendments, and receive an accounting of disclosures
Procedures are in place to handle patient requests regarding their information efficiently and in compliance with HIPAA regulations
Use and Disclosure of PHI
PHI is only used and disclosed for permitted purposes such as treatment, payment, and healthcare operations, or as required by law
Any use or disclosure outside of these purposes requires patient authorization, and strict protocols are followed to document and manage these authorizations