Introduction
Direct Care Telehealth is committed to protecting your health information. This privacy policy explains how we handle and protect your Protected Health Information (PHI) in compliance with HIPAA requirements and applicable regulations.
How We Treat Protected Health Information (PHI)
Direct Care Telehealth treats your PHI with the utmost care. We ensure PHI is only accessed or shared as necessary for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations, and we employ security measures to safeguard this information.
Patient Rights Regarding PHI
As a patient, you have the following rights under HIPAA:
- Right to Access: You can review or obtain a copy of your PHI.
- Right to Request Amendment: If your information is incomplete or inaccurate, you may request an amendment.
- Right to Restrict Disclosure: You may request restrictions on how we use or disclose your PHI.
- Right to Confidential Communications: You can request that communications are sent in a specific manner or to a specific address.
Legal Duties of Direct Care Telehealth
Direct Care Telehealth has a legal duty to:
- Safeguard the privacy and security of your PHI.
- Notify you promptly in case of a breach that may affect the privacy of your PHI.
- Comply with all HIPAA standards and this privacy policy.
Contact Information for Privacy Inquiries
For questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact our Privacy Official: