HIPAA Compliance
Protecting Your Health Information
With Industry-Leading Security
At Old Mission Wound Care, we take the protection of your health information seriously. We are fully compliant with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and all applicable privacy regulations to ensure your personal health information (PHI) is kept secure and confidential.
Our commitment to HIPAA compliance is integrated into every aspect of our operations, from patient care to data management and communication protocols.
Our HIPAA Commitment
Administrative Safeguards
Comprehensive policies and procedures, workforce training, and designated security officers to ensure HIPAA compliance across all operations.
Physical Safeguards
Secure facilities, controlled access, and proper disposal of PHI to protect health information from unauthorized access.
Technical Safeguards
Encryption, access controls, audit logs, and secure communication channels to protect electronic health information.
Workforce Training
Regular HIPAA training for all staff members to ensure everyone understands their role in protecting patient privacy.
Access Controls
Role-based access controls ensuring that only authorized personnel can access patient information on a need-to-know basis.
Business Associate Agreements
All business associates and partners are required to sign agreements ensuring they also comply with HIPAA regulations.
How We Protect Your Information
Secure Data Storage
All patient health information is stored in secure, encrypted systems with regular backups and disaster recovery procedures. We use industry-standard encryption both in transit and at rest.
Limited Access
Only authorized healthcare professionals and staff members who need access to your information for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations are permitted to view your PHI. All access is logged and monitored.
Secure Communication
We use secure, encrypted channels for all electronic communications containing PHI. This includes secure messaging systems, encrypted email, and protected patient portals.
Regular Audits
We conduct regular security audits and risk assessments to identify and address potential vulnerabilities in our systems and processes. This ensures continuous improvement of our security measures.
Incident Response
We have established procedures for detecting, reporting, and responding to any potential security incidents or breaches. In the unlikely event of a breach, we will notify affected individuals and regulatory authorities as required by law.
Patient Rights
You have the right to access, request amendments to, and receive an accounting of disclosures of your health information. We respect and facilitate these rights in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Your Privacy Rights
Under HIPAA, you have specific rights regarding your health information. We are committed to helping you exercise these rights.
Right to Access
You have the right to request and receive copies of your health information. We will provide this information in the format you request, if feasible.
Right to Request Amendments
You may request that we amend your health information if you believe it is incorrect or incomplete. We will review your request and respond accordingly.
Right to an Accounting of Disclosures
You have the right to receive a list of certain disclosures of your health information that we have made, except for those related to treatment, payment, and healthcare operations.
Right to Request Restrictions
You may request restrictions on how we use or disclose your health information. While we are not required to agree to all restrictions, we will consider your requests carefully.
Right to Request Confidential Communications
You may request that we communicate with you about your health information in a specific way or at a specific location to protect your privacy.
Right to File a Complaint
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you have the right to file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Questions About HIPAA Compliance?
If you have questions about our HIPAA compliance practices, wish to exercise your privacy rights, or need to file a complaint, please contact us. We are here to help.