HIPAA Compliance

Your health information is protected under federal law, and we take this responsibility seriously.

At Cornerstone Medical, we understand that the privacy and security of your health information is paramount. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) establishes national standards for protecting patient health information.

We are committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance in all aspects of our practice, from how we store and transmit your information to how we train our staff and respond to potential security incidents.

Our HIPAA Commitment

We are fully committed to complying with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and protecting your protected health information (PHI). Our practice has implemented comprehensive policies, procedures, and technical safeguards to ensure the privacy and security of your health information at all times.

Security Safeguards

We employ administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect your health information. This includes encrypted data transmission, secure storage systems, access controls, regular security audits, employee training programs, and strict authentication protocols. Our facilities are secured with controlled access systems and surveillance.

Notice of Privacy Practices

Our Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP) describes how we may use and disclose your protected health information. You will receive a copy of our NPP at your first visit, and it is also available on our website. We are required by law to maintain the privacy of your health information and to provide you with notice of our legal duties and privacy practices.

Staff Training & Culture

All staff members receive comprehensive HIPAA training upon hire and annually thereafter. Our employees are trained in proper handling of PHI, recognizing security threats, responding to breaches, and maintaining patient confidentiality. We foster a culture of privacy and security awareness throughout our organization.

Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a breach of your protected health information, we will notify you promptly as required by law. We maintain an incident response plan and work with cybersecurity experts to quickly contain and remediate any security incidents. We also report breaches to the Department of Health and Human Services as required.

Your HIPAA Rights

Under HIPAA, you have the right to access your medical records, request corrections to your health information, receive an accounting of disclosures, request restrictions on certain uses of your information, request confidential communications, and file a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.

Summary of Your HIPAA Rights

  • Right to access and obtain a copy of your medical records
  • Right to request amendments to inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Right to receive a notice of privacy practices
  • Right to request restrictions on uses and disclosures of your PHI
  • Right to request confidential communications
  • Right to an accounting of disclosures of your PHI
  • Right to file a complaint without retaliation

Business Associate Agreements

Any third-party vendors or service providers who have access to your protected health information are required to sign Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) ensuring they comply with HIPAA regulations. We carefully vet all business associates and regularly review their compliance practices.

HIPAA Privacy Officer

If you have questions about our HIPAA practices or wish to exercise your rights, contact our Privacy Officer:

Email: privacy@cornerstonemedical.com

Phone: (555) 123-4567

Address: 123 Healthcare Ave, Suite 200, City, State 12345

How to File a Complaint

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. You will not be retaliated against for filing a complaint.

HHS Office for Civil Rights: (800) 368-1019 or visit www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy