Effective Date: 8/1/2024

TRINITY WOUND CARE

Las Vegas, Nevada

This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can access this information. Please review it carefully.

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At TRINITY WOUND CARE, we are dedicated to protecting the privacy and security of your Protected Health Information (PHI). We are required by law to maintain the confidentiality of your PHI and to provide you with this notice of our legal duties and privacy practices.

Uses and Disclosures of Protected Health Information

We may use and disclose your PHI in the following ways:

1. Treatment

We may use and disclose your PHI to provide, coordinate, or manage your healthcare and related services. This includes communication with other healthcare providers regarding your treatment.

2. Payment

Your PHI may be used and disclosed to obtain payment for the services we provide to you, including billing and collection activities.

3. Healthcare Operations

We may use and disclose your PHI for our healthcare operations, such as quality assessment, employee evaluations, training programs, and accreditation activities.

4. Appointment Reminders

We may contact you to remind you of appointments or to provide information about treatment alternatives or other health-related benefits and services.

5. Required by Law

We will disclose your PHI when required to do so by federal, state, or local law.

6. Public Health Activities

We may disclose your PHI for public health activities, such as reporting diseases, injuries, and vital events like births or deaths.

7. Health Oversight Activities

Your PHI may be disclosed to health oversight agencies for activities authorized by law, including audits, investigations, and inspections.

8. Legal Proceedings

We may disclose your PHI in response to a court order, subpoena, or other lawful process.

9. Law Enforcement

We may disclose your PHI to law enforcement officials as required by law or in compliance with a court order.

10. Research

Under certain circumstances, we may use and disclose your PHI for research purposes.

11. Serious Threats to Health or Safety

We may use and disclose your PHI to prevent a serious threat to your health and safety or the health and safety of others.

12. Military and Veterans

If you are a member of the armed forces, we may release your PHI as required by military command authorities.

13. National Security

We may disclose your PHI to authorized federal officials for national security activities.

Your Rights Regarding Your Protected Health Information

1. Right to Access

You have the right to inspect and obtain a copy of your PHI.

2. Right to Amend

If you believe that your PHI is incorrect or incomplete, you may request an amendment.

3. Right to an Accounting of Disclosures

You may request a list of certain disclosures we have made of your PHI.

4. Right to Request Restrictions

You have the right to request restrictions on how we use and disclose your PHI for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations.

5. Right to Confidential Communications

You may request that we communicate with you using alternative means or at alternative locations.

6. Right to a Paper Copy of This Notice

You have the right to receive a paper copy of this notice upon request.

Changes to This Notice

We reserve the right to change this notice at any time. Any changes will apply to all PHI we maintain. The revised notice will be available upon request and posted on our website.

Complaints

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. To file a complaint with us, contact:

Privacy Officer

6655 W. Sahara Ave D104, Las Vegas, NV 89146
725-217-4101

We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.

Contact Information

For questions or more information, please contact our Privacy Officer at:

6655 W. Sahara Ave D104, Las Vegas, NV 89146
725-217-4101

Please note: This notice is for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice. We recommend consulting with legal counsel to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.