HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) Policy for Rapha Chiropractic Website

Last Updated: 3/3/2024

Rapha Chiropractic is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your health information. This HIPAA Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal health information (PHI) on our website and through our online services.

1. Privacy and Security:

a. Rapha Chiropractic complies with the HIPAA Privacy Rule and Security Rule to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of PHI.

b. We implement and maintain reasonable safeguards to protect PHI from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.

2. Types of PHI Collected:

a. Rapha Chiropractic may collect PHI through online forms, appointment scheduling tools, and other interactive features on our website.

b. PHI collected may include, but is not limited to, name, contact information, medical history, and insurance information.

3. Use and Purpose of PHI:

a. PHI collected on our website is used for the purpose of providing chiropractic services, scheduling appointments, and maintaining accurate healthcare records.

b. PHI is used internally for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations as permitted by the HIPAA regulations.

4. Disclosure of PHI:

a. Rapha Chiropractic may disclose PHI to third-party service providers, as necessary, to facilitate appointment scheduling, billing, and other healthcare operations.

b. PHI may be disclosed for treatment purposes to other healthcare providers involved in your care with your explicit consent.

c. PHI will not be disclosed for marketing purposes without obtaining your authorization.

5. Patient Rights:

a. Patients have the right to access their PHI and request corrections or amendments as allowed by HIPAA regulations.

b. Patients have the right to request restrictions on the use and disclosure of their PHI, and Rapha Chiropractic will accommodate such requests when feasible.

6. Breach Notification:

a. In the event of a breach of unsecured PHI, Rapha Chiropractic will follow the HIPAA breach notification requirements and notify affected individuals and regulatory authorities promptly.

7. Security Measures:

a. Rapha Chiropractic employs secure transmission methods, encryption, and access controls to protect PHI transmitted or stored electronically.

b. Regular risk assessments and audits are conducted to identify and address potential security vulnerabilities.

8. Website Cookies and Tracking:

a. Rapha Chiropractic uses cookies and tracking technologies as outlined in our Privacy Policy. These technologies are used for website analytics and do not capture or store PHI.

9. Contact Information:

a. For questions or concerns regarding this HIPAA Policy, you can contact our Privacy Officer at raphachirotul@gmail.com.

10. Changes to Policy:

a. Rapha Chiropractic reserves the right to update this HIPAA Policy. Any changes will be posted on our website with the effective date.

By using our website, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this HIPAA Policy. Rapha Chiropractic is committed to maintaining the privacy and security of your health information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.