Notice of Privacy Practices (HIPAA)
Effective Date: January 2025
This Notice describes how your Protected Health Information (PHI) may be used and disclosed and how you can access this information. We are required by law to maintain the privacy of your PHI.
Your Rights Under HIPAA
You have the right to:
Access and obtain copies of your PHI.
Request corrections.
Request confidential communications.
Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures.
Receive an accounting of disclosures.
Receive a paper or digital copy of this Notice.
Our Responsibilities
We must:
Maintain the privacy and security of your PHI.
Notify you of any breach that may compromise your information.
Follow the duties described in this Notice.
Provide care without discrimination or retaliation.
How We Use and Disclose PHI
We may use or disclose PHI for:
Treatment — coordination with other providers.
Payment — insurance claims and billing.
Healthcare Operations — quality improvement, training, audits.
We may also disclose PHI when required by law, including:
Reporting abuse or neglect.
Preventing serious threats to health or safety.
Complying with court orders or subpoenas.
Uses Requiring Authorization
We will obtain your written permission before:
Sharing psychotherapy notes.
Using PHI for marketing.
Selling PHI.
Revoking Authorization
You may revoke authorization at any time in writing.
Questions or Complaints
Transformation Consulting Group Phone: 901-472-9867
You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.