HIPAA 2024 Compliance
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
1. Protection of Personal Health Information: We implement comprehensive security measures to safeguard your PHI from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This includes both physical and electronic protections.
2. Use and Disclosure of PHI: Your health information is used and disclosed only for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations, or as required by law. We obtain your explicit consent for any other purposes.
3. Patient Rights: You have the right to access your health records, request amendments, and receive an accounting of disclosures. You may also request restrictions on certain uses and disclosures of your information.
How We Protect Your Information
1. Secure Communication: All electronic communications involving PHI are encrypted to ensure confidentiality and security. Our systems are regularly monitored and updated to protect against vulnerabilities.
2. Staff Training: Our staff members are trained on HIPAA regulations and the importance of maintaining patient confidentiality. Regular training sessions are conducted to keep our team updated on the latest best practices.
3. Limited Access: Access to PHI is restricted to authorized personnel only. We follow a strict policy of minimum necessary access to ensure that only those who need your information to provide care have access to it.
Patient Rights Under HIPAA
1. Access to Records: You have the right to access and obtain a copy of your health records. To request access, please contact our office directly.
2. Amendments: If you believe that your health information is incorrect or incomplete, you may request an amendment. We will review your request and make the necessary changes as required.
3. Disclosure Accounting: You have the right to receive an accounting of certain disclosures of your PHI made by our practice. This helps you understand who has accessed your information and why.
4. Request Restrictions: You may request restrictions on the use or disclosure of your PHI for certain purposes. While we are not required to agree to all requested restrictions, we will consider and comply with your requests when feasible.
5. Confidential Communications: You may request that we communicate with you about medical matters in a specific way or at a certain location. We will accommodate reasonable requests.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our HIPAA compliance policies or your privacy rights, please contact us at:
Bariatric Mexico
Phone: 800-281-0677
Email: contact@bariatricmexico.com
Address: Av. Francisco I. Madero 2050 Centro, Tijuana BC 22010 Mexico
We are dedicated to ensuring that your health information is protected and your privacy is respected. Thank you for trusting Bariatric Mexico with your healthcare needs.
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