HASMIP PRIVACY POLICY
Henderson Ambulatory Surgical Center for Minimally Invasive Procedures (HASMIP)
Effective Date: February 1, 2026
1. Our Commitment to Your Privacy
Henderson Ambulatory Surgical Center for Minimally Invasive Procedures (HASMIP) is committed to maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and security of your medical and personal information. We understand that your health information is highly sensitive, and we take our responsibility seriously in safeguarding it.
We comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable federal and state regulations. Our policies and procedures are designed to ensure that your Protected Health Information (PHI) is handled responsibly and only used for legitimate healthcare and operational purposes.
2. How We May Use and Disclose Your Health Information
a. Treatment
We may use and disclose your PHI to provide, coordinate, and manage your healthcare services. This includes sharing information among physicians, nurses, technicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in your care.
For example, your surgical team may review your medical history, lab results, and prior treatments to determine the best course of action.
b. Payment
We may use your PHI to facilitate billing and payment processes. This includes submitting claims to your insurance provider, verifying eligibility, obtaining prior authorizations, and collecting outstanding balances.
We may also disclose necessary information to third-party billing services acting on our behalf.
c. Healthcare Operations
Your information may be used for internal operations such as quality improvement, staff training, accreditation, compliance reviews, and performance evaluation. These activities help us maintain high standards of care and continuously improve our services.
d. Required by Law
We may disclose your PHI when required to do so by federal, state, or local law. This may include reporting certain diseases, responding to court orders, subpoenas, or cooperating with law enforcement investigations.
e. Public Health and Safety
We may share information with authorized public health authorities to prevent or control disease, injury, or disability.
Additionally, disclosures may occur to prevent serious threats to your health or safety or the health and safety of others.
f. Business Associates
We may work with trusted third-party vendors (such as hosting providers, billing platforms, or IT support services) who assist in our operations. These entities are required to sign Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) and are obligated to protect your information in compliance with HIPAA.
3. Uses and Disclosures Requiring Authorization
Certain uses and disclosures of your PHI will only be made with your explicit written authorization. These include:
- Use of information for marketing purposes
- Disclosure of psychotherapy notes (if applicable)
- Sale of PHI to third parties
You have the right to revoke your authorization at any time in writing. Revocation will not affect actions already taken based on your prior authorization.
4. Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information
• Right to Access
You have the right to inspect and obtain a copy of your medical records and billing information. Requests must be submitted in writing and may be subject to reasonable administrative fees.
• Right to Amend
If you believe your information is inaccurate or incomplete, you may request a correction. We may deny your request under certain circumstances but will provide a written explanation.
• Right to Request Restrictions
You may request limitations on how your PHI is used or disclosed. While we are not required to agree to all requests, we will consider them carefully and comply when feasible.
• Right to Confidential Communication
You may request that we contact you using specific methods or at specific locations to protect your privacy (e.g., calling only a mobile number).
• Right to Accounting of Disclosures
You may request a record of certain disclosures of your PHI made over a specified period, as permitted by law.
• Right to a Copy of This Notice
You are entitled to receive a paper or electronic copy of this Notice at any time.
5. Our Responsibilities
HASMIP is legally required to:
- Maintain the privacy and security of your PHI
- Provide you with this Notice of our legal duties and privacy practices
- Abide by the terms currently in effect
- Notify you promptly in the event of a breach involving your information
We take appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
6. Breach Notification
In the event that your unsecured PHI is compromised, we will notify you in accordance with HIPAA requirements. This includes providing details of the breach, the information affected, and steps you can take to protect yourself.
7. Website and Digital Communication
While we strive to use secure technologies, communications through:
- Website forms
- Online scheduling systems
may not always be fully secure. We recommend avoiding submission of highly sensitive medical details through non-secure channels unless explicitly stated.
8. Changes to This Notice
We reserve the right to modify this Notice at any time. Any changes will apply to all PHI we maintain and will be made available on our website and upon request.
9. Complaints
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint without fear of retaliation.
You may contact:
Privacy Officer – HASMIP
Phone: (702) 781-8648
Email: info@hasmip.com
You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
10. Contact Information
Henderson Ambulatory Surgical Center for Minimally Invasive Procedures (HASMIP)
Phone: (702) 781-8648
Email: info@hasmip.com