Your Information |
Your Rights |
Our Responsibilities
The use of the words “your” or “you” shall refer to both the Responsible Party and the Participant.
This notice describes how medical information, often referred to as “Personal Health Information” (“PHI”), about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information.
Your Rights
You have the right to
Our Uses and Disclosures
You have the right to
Our Responsibilities
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We are required by law to maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information.
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We must follow the duties and privacy practices described in this notice and give you a copy of it.
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We will let you know promptly if a breach occurs that may have compromised the privacy or security of your information.
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We will not use or share your information other than as described here unless you tell us we can in writing. If you tell us we can, you may change your mind at any time. Let us know in writing if you change your mind.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/understanding/consumers/noticepp.html.
Your Choices About Sharing Health Information
At Havenwood, we've created a unique environment where our staff can develop healthy, meaningful relationships with our clients. This relational model is at the heart of our approach, and it's what sets us apart in the field of youth treatment.
Here's what makes a career at Havenwood special:
Regarding fundraising
We may contact you for fundraising efforts, but you can opt out of future contacts
You have both the right and choice to tell us to
Share information in a disaster relief situation
Include your information in a hospital directory
Share information with your family, close friends, or others involved in your care
We never share your information without your written permission for
Marketing purposes
Sale of your information
Most sharing of psychotherapy notes
Special circumstances
If you're unable to communicate your preference (e.g., if unconscious), we may share your information if we believe it's in your best interest
We may share your information to lessen a serious and imminent threat to health or safety
Other Ways We May Share Your Information
We can share your health information in certain situations that contribute to public good, such as public health and research. These situations may include:
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Preventing disease
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Helping with product recalls
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Reporting adverse reactions to medications
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Reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or domestic violence
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Preventing or reducing serious threats to health or safety
Before sharing your information for these purposes, we must meet specific legal conditions.
FOR MORE DETAIL, PLEASE VISIT
www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/understanding/consumers/index.html
Government and Legal Requests for Your Health Information
We can use or share your health information in response to:
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Workers' compensation claims
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Law enforcement purposes or requests from law enforcement officials
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Health oversight agencies for legally authorized activities
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Special government functions, including:
Military operations
National security matters
Presidential protective services
These disclosures are governed by specific legal requirements and are made only when necessary.
Changes to the Terms of this Notice
We can 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.