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Your Privacy is Protected HIPAA Compliance & Privacy Notice At Healix360, we are committed to protecting your health information. This notice describes how your medical information may be used and disclosed, and how you can access this information. HIPAA Compliant Secure & Encrypted Your Rights Protected Our Commitment to Your Privacy This Notice of Privacy Practices describes how Healix360 and our network of wound care specialists may use and disclose your Protected Health Information (PHI) to carry out treatment, payment, or healthcare operations, and for other purposes permitted or required by law. It also describes your rights regarding your health information. We are required by law to maintain the privacy of your health information, provide you with this notice of our legal duties and privacy practices, and follow the terms of the notice currently in effect. Key Privacy Protections Secure Information Storage All health information is stored securely using encrypted systems and access controls that meet or exceed HIPAA security standards. Limited Access Only authorized healthcare providers and staff involved in your care have access to your health information on a need-to-know basis. Your Authorization Required We will obtain your written authorization before using or disclosing your health information for purposes other than treatment, payment, or healthcare operations. Breach Notification In the unlikely event of a breach of your health information, we will notify you promptly as required by law. Effective Date: January 1, 2025 Last Updated: January 1, 2025 For Treatment We may use and disclose your health information to provide, coordinate, or manage your wound care treatment and related services. This includes sharing information with healthcare providers involved in your care. Wound Care Specialists: Sharing your medical history, wound assessments, and treatment plans with doctors, nurse practitioners, and specialists providing your care Primary Care Physicians: Coordinating with your primary doctor to ensure comprehensive care and follow-up Hospitals & Clinics: Communicating with hospitals, outpatient clinics, and skilled nursing facilities where you receive treatment Laboratory Services: Sharing necessary information for diagnostic testing and analysis Home Health Services: Coordinating with home health agencies for continuing care For Payment We may use and disclose your health information to bill and collect payment for treatment and services provided to you. Insurance Companies: Submitting claims to Medicare Part B, Medicaid, and private insurance companies for reimbursement Billing Services: Sharing information with billing companies and collection agencies as needed to process payments Eligibility Verification: Verifying insurance coverage and benefits before providing services For Healthcare Operations We may use and disclose your health information for healthcare operations necessary to run our organization and ensure quality care. Quality Improvement: Reviewing treatment effectiveness and improving care protocols Provider Training: Training healthcare professionals and students (with identifying information removed when possible) Business Operations: Conducting business planning, administrative services, and legal compliance Patient Safety: Conducting patient safety activities and reporting adverse events as required Other Uses & Disclosures Appointment Reminders We may contact you to remind you of scheduled appointments via phone, text, or email. Treatment Alternatives & Health-Related Benefits We may inform you about treatment options, alternative therapies, or health-related services that may be beneficial to you. Public Health Activities We may disclose health information to public health authorities for purposes such as preventing or controlling disease, injury, or disability, and reporting adverse events related to medical products. As Required by Law We will disclose health information when…