HIPAA Law and Policy
At mycpht.com, we prioritize protecting sensitive health information and strictly adhere to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This page outlines our compliance with HIPAA’s core principles, ensuring your personal health data is handled securely and responsibly.
What is HIPAA?
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a federal law that sets standards to protect medical records and personal health information. Its primary goal is to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information (PHI) while allowing appropriate use in the healthcare system.
Our Compliance with HIPAA Requirements
Privacy Rule:
All PHI is handled with strict confidentiality.
We limit the use and disclosure of PHI to what is necessary, and only with proper authorization.
You have the right to access and amend your health information at any time.
Security Rule:
We implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to secure electronic PHI (ePHI).
Measures include:
Access Controls: Only authorized personnel can access ePHI.
Encryption: Data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.
Regular Risk Assessments: We continuously evaluate potential risks to ePHI and address vulnerabilities proactively.
Breach Notification Rule:
In the unlikely event of a data breach, we will notify affected individuals promptly.
Notifications will also be sent to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and, if applicable, the media, as required.
Administrative Safeguards:
HIPAA policies and procedures are implemented organization-wide.
Our staff undergo regular training to ensure understanding and compliance with HIPAA standards.
We have designated a Privacy Officer and a Security Officer to oversee compliance and address concerns.
Documentation and Audits:
We maintain thorough records of our HIPAA compliance efforts, including training logs and risk assessments.
Our systems and processes are regularly reviewed to prepare for potential audits by regulatory authorities.
Your Rights Under HIPAA
As an individual, you have the following rights:
Access Your Records: You can view and obtain a copy of your PHI.
Request Amendments: You can correct errors or incomplete information in your records.
Transparency: You are entitled to know how your information is used and disclosed.
For more detailed information about your rights and our responsibilities under HIPAA, visit the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services website. HIPAA LAW
Commitment to Your Privacy
At MyCphT.com, your privacy and trust are our top priorities. We continuously refine our policies and systems to meet the highest standards of HIPAA compliance.
Disclaimer:
At MyCphT.com, we do not treat patients, dispense prescriptions, nor give medical consults to anyone, especially to people with health issues. The purpose of this documentation is to remind members and visitors of mycpht.com that one shall not:
1.) Discuss or share any information pertaining to other people’s medical and health issues.
2.) As a Pharmacy Technician and Pharmacist, you have the responsibility to safeguard such information and best to be left alone in your workplace.
And remember this quote:
“Don’t do unto others what you don’t want done unto you.” – Confucius