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HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
Effective Date: March 1, 2024
This Notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can access this information. Please review it carefully.
Cornerstone Clinic, P.S.C. (“we,” “our,” “us”) is required by law to maintain the privacy of your Protected Health Information (PHI) and to provide you with this Notice of our legal duties and privacy practices under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).
We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website, https://cornerstone.clinic.
1. How We May Use and Disclose Your Health Information
We may use and disclose your PHI for the following purposes:
Treatment: To provide, coordinate, or manage your healthcare and related services with other providers.
Payment: To bill and collect payment for services provided.
Healthcare Operations: For business operations, quality assessment, training, and administrative purposes.
Required by Law: When required to do so by federal, state, or local law.
Public Health & Safety: For reporting disease, injury, abuse, or neglect; preventing or controlling disease; and ensuring public safety.
Law Enforcement & Legal Proceedings: In response to a court order, subpoena, or other lawful process.
Other Uses: With your written authorization, which you may revoke at any time.
2. Your Rights Regarding Health Information
You have the following rights under HIPAA:
Right to Access: You may request to view or obtain a copy of your medical records.
Right to Amend: You may request corrections to your health information if you believe it is inaccurate.
Right to Restrict Use: You may request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures, although we are not required to agree in all cases.
Right to Confidential Communications: You may request that we contact you in a specific way (e.g., home phone, work email).
Right to an Accounting of Disclosures: You may request a list of certain disclosures we have made of your health information.
Right to a Paper Copy: You may request a paper copy of this Notice at any time, even if you received it electronically.
3. Our Responsibilities
We are required by law to maintain the privacy and security of your PHI.
We must notify you following a breach of unsecured PHI.
We will not use or share your information other than as described here unless you give us written permission.
4. Changes to This Notice
We may change this Notice at any time. Updated versions will be posted on our website and made available upon request.
5. Complaints
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR). You will not be retaliated against for filing a complaint.
To file a complaint with us, please contact:
Business Office
Cornerstone Clinic, P.S.C.
410 Downtown Plaza, Fairmont, MN 56031
507-399-2100
info@cornerstone.clinic
6. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Notice or how your information may be used, please contact:
Business Office
Cornerstone Clinic, P.S.C.
410 Downtown Plaza, Fairmont, MN 56031
507-399-2100
info@cornerstone.clinic
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 1, 2024
Cornerstone Clinic, P.S.C. (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website, https://cornerstone.clinic.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other details you provide through forms or appointment requests.
Health Information: Information you share with us for scheduling, consultations, or treatment purposes.
Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies to improve website performance and user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Provide healthcare services and manage appointments.
Communicate with you regarding care, billing, or inquiries.
Improve our website, services, and patient experience.
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
3. HIPAA Compliance
If you provide Protected Health Information (PHI), we will protect it in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Your PHI will not be shared except as permitted or required by law, or with your written consent.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your information. We may share information only with:
Authorized healthcare providers and staff involved in your care.
Service providers who assist in operating our website or services (with confidentiality agreements in place).
Legal authorities, if required by law.
5. Cookies & Tracking
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work properly.
6. Data Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access and request a copy of your personal health information.
Request corrections to your information.
Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures of your data.
File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may link to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children without parental consent.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your information, please contact us:
Cornerstone Clinic
410 Downtown Plaza
Fairmont, MN 56031
Phone: 507-399-2100'
info@cornerstone.clinic
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