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Hippa Compliance
Effective Date: November 1, 2024
At the office of Dr. Cyrus Kump, Orthopedic Surgeon, we are committed to maintaining the privacy and security of your protected health information (PHI) in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and applicable regulations.
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
Dr. Kump's practice prioritizes safeguarding your medical information. Our team ensures that your PHI is handled in a confidential and secure manner in accordance with HIPAA standards. We have implemented administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
How We Protect Your Information
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Secure Communication: Our website uses encryption technologies to protect any information transmitted through online forms or patient portals.
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Confidential Handling: Only authorized personnel have access to PHI, and they are trained in HIPAA compliance practices.
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Compliance Monitoring: We regularly review and update our policies, procedures, and systems to remain in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Your Rights
As a patient, you have specific rights under HIPAA, including the right to:
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Access and obtain copies of your medical records.
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Request corrections to your health information.
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Receive an accounting of disclosures of your PHI.
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Request restrictions on how your PHI is used or disclosed.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our HIPAA compliance practices or your rights regarding your health information, please contact us on our contact page:
Office of Dr. Cyrus Kump
We are committed to addressing your concerns promptly and ensuring your information remains secure.