HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

Your protected health information rights and protections

Your Rights

You have the right to access, inspect, and request copies of your medical records

Our Duty

We maintain strict confidentiality of your protected health information

Your Protections

HIPAA regulations ensure your health information stays private and secure

Effective Date: December 31, 2025

Bella Healthcare Services is required by law to maintain the privacy of Protected Health Information (PHI) and to provide clients with notice of our privacy practices. This document describes how we use, maintain, and protect your health information.

1. Uses and Disclosures of Protected Health Information

Treatment

We use your PHI to provide you with healthcare services, including coordination of care with other healthcare providers.

Payment

We use and disclose your PHI to bill for services rendered and to collect payments for those services.

Healthcare Operations

We use and disclose your PHI to operate our business, including quality assurance, staff training, and regulatory compliance.

2. Your Privacy Rights

Right to Request Restrictions

You may request restrictions on how we use or disclose your health information.

Right to Request Confidential Communications

You may request to receive health information by alternative means or at an alternative location.

Right to Access Your Records

You have the right to access, inspect, and obtain a copy of your health information.

Right to Amendment

You may request amendments to your health information that you believe is inaccurate or incomplete.

Right to Accounting of Disclosures

You may request a listing of all disclosures of your health information made by our organization.

3. Permitted Uses and Disclosures

We may disclose your PHI without your permission for:

  • Treatment, payment, and healthcare operations
  • Required by law and court orders
  • Public health authorities
  • Law enforcement officials
  • Health oversight agencies
  • Organ procurement and donation

4. Our Safeguards

Bella Healthcare Services has implemented comprehensive safeguards to protect your PHI:

  • 🔐Encryption of electronic data
  • 🔐Secure access controls and authentication
  • 🔐Confidentiality agreements with staff
  • 🔐Regular security audits and training
  • 🔐Breach notification procedures

5. To Exercise Your Rights or File a Complaint

Contact our Privacy Officer:

Bella Healthcare Services

Phone: (410) 555-1234

Email: privacy@bellahealthcare.com

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights.

Ready to Start Your Care Journey?

Let Manfred Tambe and the Bella Healthcare team create a personalized care plan for your family. Maryland OHCQ licensed. Non-expiring certification.

Available 24/7 • Free consultation • Serving Howard, Prince George's, Montgomery, Anne Arundel & Baltimore Counties