This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed, as well as how you can access this information. Please review it carefully.
Protected Health Information (PHI):
At Uncover Mental Health Counseling, we are committed to maintaining the privacy and security of your Protected Health Information (PHI) as required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996. PHI includes any individually identifiable health information that we create or receive during the course of providing mental health counseling services.
Uses and Disclosures of PHI:
- Treatment: Our licensed counselors may use your PHI to provide you with counseling treatment, including consultations with other healthcare professionals involved in your care.
- Payment: We may use and disclose your PHI to bill and collect payment for the counseling services we provide. This may include sharing information with insurance companies or other third-party payers.
- Health Care Operations: We may use and disclose your PHI for administrative purposes, quality improvement, and internal training to ensure the highest standards of care.
- Legal Requirements: In certain situations, we may be required by law to disclose your PHI, such as in response to a court order or a request from law enforcement.
- Authorization: For any use or disclosure of your PHI not covered by this notice, we will obtain your written authorization. You have the right to revoke this authorization at any time in writing, except where we have already taken action based on your prior consent.
Your Rights:
- Access: You have the right to request access to your PHI held by Uncover Mental Health Counseling. We may charge a reasonable fee for providing copies of your records.
- Amendment: If you believe that your PHI is incorrect or incomplete, you have the right to request an amendment. We will consider your request but are not obligated to make the changes.
- Accounting of Disclosures: You have the right to request a list of certain disclosures of your PHI made by Uncover Mental Health Counseling.
- Restriction: You may request restrictions on how we use or disclose your PHI for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations. However, we are not required to agree to your request if it interferes with our ability to provide quality care.
- Confidential Communication: You have the right to request confidential communication of your PHI, such as using a specific address or phone number.
Complaints:
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you have the right to file a complaint with Uncover Mental Health Counseling or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to your PHI or our HIPAA practices, please contact us:
Uncover Mental Health Counseling, PLLC
Address: 733 3rd Ave Fl 16 New York, NY 10017
Email: info@uncovercounseling.com
Phone: 646-868-8480
Effective Date: 8/1/2023
Thank you for choosing Uncover Mental Health Counseling. We are dedicated to protecting your privacy and providing you with exceptional mental health services.