Notice of Privacy Practices

Notice of Privacy Practices

Last update: 04/29/24

Introduction

This Notice of Privacy Practices describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can access this information. If you have any questions about this Notice, please contact the Privacy Officer at HomeSleep Health by calling 844.732.6773 or via email at support@homesleephealth.com.

HIPAA Compliance

We are committed to abiding by the terms of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), which governs the use and disclosure of protected health information (PHI).

Patient Rights

You have certain rights concerning your protected health information (PHI),including the right to:

  • Inspect and copy your medical records.
  • Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures of your PHI.
  • Receive confidential communications by alternative means or at an alternative location.
  • Request amendments to your PHI.
  • Obtain an accounting of certain disclosures of your PHI.

Notice Updates

We may update this Notice of Privacy Practices at any time. Revised versions will be effective for all protected health information that we maintain. Upon request, we will provide you with any revised Notice of Privacy Practices.

Complaint Process

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the Secretary of Health and Human Services. We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint. Contact our Privacy Officer for further information about the complaint process.

Minimum Necessary Standard

We adhere to the principle of limiting the use or disclosure of PHI to the minimum necessary to accomplish the intended purpose, in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Business Associate Agreements

We have written agreements with business associates who receive PHI to ensure compliance with HIPAA rules and protect the privacy of your information.

Electronic Protected Health Information (ePHI)

We implement additional security and privacy measures for electronic PHI to safeguard against unauthorized access or disclosure.

Enforcement

Patients will not face retaliation for exercising their privacy rights. Violations of HIPAA regulations may result in disciplinary action.

Complaints

If you believe your privacy rights have been infringed, you may lodge a complaint with us or the Secretary of Health and Human Services. We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.

For further information about our complaint process, please contact our Privacy Officer by telephone at 844.732.6773, or by email at support@homesleephealth.com, or by written notice at:

Home Sleep Health

Attn: Privacy Officer

Cha1 Brush Hill Rd, #201nges to this Privacy Notice

New Fairfield, CT. 06812