HIPAA

Bevel Health Medical Group is committed to maintaining the privacy and security of your protected health information (PHI). We understand that your PHI is personal and sensitive, and we take great care to protect it in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other applicable laws. We may use and disclose your PHI for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations. We may also disclose your PHI to third parties as necessary for the proper management and administration of our practice, and as required by law. For example, we may disclose your PHI to a specialist to whom you have been referred for treatment. We will not use or disclose your PHI for any other purposes without your written authorization, except as permitted or required by law. We have implemented physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your PHI. You have the right to access and receive a copy of your PHI, as well as to request that we amend your PHI. You also have the right to receive an accounting of certain disclosures of your PHI that we have made. If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact our Privacy Officer at (855) 409-8855. If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. There will be no retaliation for filing a complaint.

Policies and Procedures Bevel Health Medical Group

Policies and Procedures Bevel Health Medical Group

I. Introduction Bevel Health Medical Group is committed to providing high-quality medical care to our patients while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct. The following policies and procedures have been developed to ensure that we are providing the best care possible and that our patients are being treated with the utmost respect.

II. Patient Care A. Patient Rights

  1. Patients have the right to be treated with respect, dignity, and confidentiality.
  2. Patients have the right to receive all necessary medical care, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, or religious belief.
  3. Patients have the right to be informed of their medical condition and treatment options, and to participate in decisions about their care.

B. Patient Responsibilities

  1. Patients are responsible for providing accurate and complete information about their medical history and current health status.
  2. Patients are responsible for keeping scheduled appointments and providing advance notice if they are unable to do so.
  3. Patients are responsible for following the treatment plan prescribed by their physician and for adhering to any medication regimens or other instructions provided by their physician.

C. Medical Records

  1. Bevel Health Medical Group will maintain accurate and complete medical records for all patients.
  2. Patient medical records are confidential and will be protected in accordance with state and federal laws.
  3. Patients have the right to access their own medical records and to request copies of their records.

III. Staff Conduct A. Professionalism

  1. All staff members of Bevel Health Medical Group are expected to maintain high standards of professionalism in their conduct and interactions with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare providers.

B. Confidentiality

  1. All staff members of Bevel Health Medical Group are expected to maintain the confidentiality of patient information at all times, in accordance with state and federal laws.

C. Responsibilities

  1. Staff members are responsible for providing accurate and complete information about patients and their medical history, as well as maintaining accurate medical records.
  2. Staff members are responsible for adhering to the policies and procedures of Bevel Health Medical Group and for reporting any violations of these policies to their supervisor.

IV. Compliance A. Bevel Health Medical Group is committed to compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations governing the healthcare industry, including HIPAA and OSHA.

B. Staff members are required to attend regular compliance training to ensure that they are aware of and understand the laws and regulations that apply to their work.

V. Conclusion Bevel Health Medical Group is committed to providing the best possible medical care to our patients while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct. We will continue to review and update our policies and procedures to ensure that we are providing the best possible care to our patients.

VI. Contact Information For any questions or concerns regarding our policies and procedures, please contact the Bevel Health Medical Group Compliance Officer at (412) 569-4300.