HIPAA Policy

At Thrive Physical Therapy, we are committed to protecting your health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your Protected Health Information (PHI).

Your Rights Under HIPAA

As a patient, you have the right to:

• Access and request copies of your medical records.
• Request corrections to your health information.
• Restrict certain uses or disclosures of your PHI.
• Receive a list of disclosures we have made of your PHI.
• Obtain a copy of this HIPAA policy.
• File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.

How We Use and Disclose Your PHI

We may use and disclose your PHI for the following purposes:

• Treatment: To provide, coordinate, or manage your healthcare services.
• Payment: To bill and collect payment for services provided.
• Healthcare Operations: To evaluate and improve the quality of care we deliver.
• Legal and Compliance Requirements: As required by law, including public health reporting and law enforcement purposes.
• Authorized Disclosures: With your written permission, we may share your PHI with family members, caregivers, or other third parties as you designate.

Without your explicit consent, we will not sell or use your PHI for marketing purposes.

How We Protect Your Information

We take your privacy seriously and implement security measures, including:

• Secure electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Encryption of sensitive data.
• Restricted access to your PHI is only for authorized personnel.
• Employee training on HIPAA compliance and patient privacy.

Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify this HIPAA Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website with the updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this HIPAA Policy or your privacy rights, please contact us at info@thriveptks.com

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you can also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services at www.hhs.gov. We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.

Thank you for trusting Thrive Physical Therapy to meet your healthcare needs. Your privacy and well-being are our top priorities.