HIPAA Privacy Policy (Notice of Privacy Practices)

Effective Date: 09-28-2025

This Notice describes how Compass Pain & Wellness may use and disclose your Protected Health Information (PHI) and your rights regarding that information.

Our Responsibilities

We are required by law to:

Maintain the privacy and security of your PHI

Notify you if a breach of unsecured PHI occurs

Follow the duties described in this Notice

Permitted Uses & Disclosures

We may use or disclose PHI for:

Treatment: Coordination and management of your care

Payment: Billing and processing claims with workers compensation insurers

Healthcare Operations: Quality improvement, staff training, and compliance

We will not use or disclose your PHI for marketing or other purposes without your written consent.

Your Rights

Access: You may request to review or receive a copy of your medical records

Amendments: You may request corrections to your PHI

Restrictions: You may request limits on how your PHI is shared

Confidential Communication: You may request alternate contact methods

Questions or Complaints

If you believe your rights have been violated, contact our Privacy Officer at [phone/email]. You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.