HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
Effective Date: July 2022
LPI Medical Group, P.C. (“LPI,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your medical information. This Notice of Privacy Practices (“Notice”) describes how your protected health information (“PHI”) may be used and disclosed and how you can access this information.
This Notice applies to all medical information created or received by LPI Medical Group, P.C. in connection with the provision of healthcare services, including services provided through our telehealth programs.
Our Legal Duties
We are required by law to:
- Maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information
- Provide you with this Notice of our legal duties and privacy practices
- Follow the terms of the Notice currently in effect
- Notify you if a breach occurs that may compromise the privacy or security of your information
How We May Use and Disclose Your Information
We may use and disclose your protected health information for the following purposes:
Treatment
We may use your health information to provide, coordinate, or manage your healthcare. This includes sharing information with physicians, nurses, pharmacies, and other healthcare professionals involved in your care.
Payment
We may use and disclose your information to obtain payment for services provided to you, including billing, payment processing, and eligibility determinations.
Healthcare Operations
We may use and disclose your information for operational purposes, including quality assessment, staff training, licensing, accreditation, and business management activities.
Pharmacy Services
We may disclose your information to licensed pharmacies for the purpose of filling and shipping prescriptions ordered by your provider.
Business Associates
We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us with operations such as electronic health records, billing, customer support, and technology services. These parties are required by law to protect your information.
Legal and Regulatory Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law, court order, subpoena, or regulatory authority.
Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your protected health information:
Right to Access
You may request access to your medical records and obtain a copy of your information.
Right to Request Amendment
You may request that we correct or amend your medical information if you believe it is incorrect or incomplete.
Right to Request Restrictions
You may request restrictions on certain uses and disclosures of your information. We are not required to agree to all requests.
Right to Request Confidential Communications
You may request that we communicate with you in a specific way or at a specific location.
Right to Receive an Accounting of Disclosures
You may request a list of certain disclosures we have made of your information.
Right to Receive a Paper Copy of This Notice
You may request a paper copy of this Notice at any time.
Changes to This Notice
We reserve the right to change this Notice and make the new Notice effective for all protected health information we maintain. Any updated Notice will be posted on our website and made available upon request.
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.
Filing a complaint will not affect your ability to receive care and will not result in retaliation.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Notice or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:
Privacy Officer
LPI Medical Group, P.C.
Email: support@nadforwellness.com
You may also file a complaint with:
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Office for Civil Rights
200 Independence Avenue, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20201
Phone: 1-877-696-6775
Website: www.hhs.gov/ocr