Effective Date: 10/14/2024
Recreate Behavioral Healthcare of Ohio is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of your health information. This Privacy Policy complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), 42 CFR Part 2 (Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder Patient Records), Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3798, and LegitScript Certification Standards. It explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your Protected Health Information (PHI), your rights regarding your information, and how to exercise those rights.
Privacy Statement
Recreate Behavioral Healthcare of Ohio respects the privacy of its clients and website visitors. We do not sell, rent, or share identifiable information to third parties except as required by law or authorized by you. Any information you provide is used solely to deliver services or respond to your inquiries.
How We May Use and Disclose Your Protected Health Information
We may use and disclose your PHI for purposes related to treatment, payment, healthcare operations, and other situations permitted by federal and Ohio state law:
1. Treatment
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- Your PHI may be shared among members of your treatment team to coordinate care.
- If you require hospitalization or specialized care, your PHI may be shared with external healthcare providers.
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2. Payment
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- PHI may be disclosed to your insurance provider or third parties to obtain payment for services.
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3. Healthcare Operations
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- We may use your PHI to improve our services, train staff, and conduct internal audits.
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4. Legal and Safety Exceptions
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- PHI may be disclosed as required by law, including reporting abuse, neglect, or threats to your safety or the safety of others.
- In emergencies, such as suicide attempts or harm to others, PHI may be disclosed to relevant authorities or healthcare providers without your prior consent.
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5. Public Health Activities
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- PHI may be shared with public health authorities to control disease, prevent injury, or address public safety concerns.
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6. Business Associates
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- We may disclose PHI to third-party vendors who provide services on our behalf (e.g., billing or auditing). All vendors are required to sign agreements to protect your PHI.
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7. Research
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- PHI may be used for research purposes only with your written consent.
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8. Ohio State Reporting Requirements
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- We may disclose PHI to Ohio public health authorities as required by law, including reports of contagious or infectious diseases.
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9. Confidentiality of Mental Health Records
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- In compliance with Ohio Revised Code Section 5122.31, all records related to mental health treatment are confidential and disclosed only in accordance with state and federal laws.
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10. Minor Consent and Privacy
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- In compliance with Ohio law, minors may consent to certain treatments, and their information will remain confidential unless disclosure is required by law.
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11. Other Disclosures
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- Any other uses or disclosures of PHI require your written authorization, which you may revoke at any time.
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Your Rights Regarding Your PHI
1. Access and Copies
You have the right to inspect and obtain a copy of your PHI. Requests must be made in writing. Fees for copies will adhere to the Ohio fee schedule outlined in Ohio Revised Code Section 3701.741.
2. Request Amendments
If you believe your PHI is incorrect, you may request an amendment in writing. While we may not agree to the amendment, we will document your request.
3. Request Restrictions
You may request restrictions on how your PHI is used or shared. While we will consider your request, we may not be able to honor all restrictions unless the services are paid in full out-of-pocket.
4. Confidential Communications
You may request that we communicate with you through specific methods or at certain locations (e.g., only contacting you at work).
5. Accounting of Disclosures
You may request a list of non-routine disclosures of your PHI.
6. File a Complaint
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with our Privacy Officer or the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.
Website Privacy Policy
Recreate Behavioral Healthcare of Ohio values the privacy of visitors to our website.
Information Collection and Use
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- We do not track individual activity on our site or require users to register.
- Any information voluntarily submitted (e.g., through contact forms) is used solely to respond to your requests.
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Cookies and Analytics
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- We use aggregated website traffic data to monitor site performance. Individual users are not identified in this process.
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Third-Party Sharing
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- We do not sell, rent, or share website visitor information with third parties unless required by law.
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Data Security
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- Our website is hosted on a secure server, and any data provided is encrypted to protect your information.
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Our Legal Duties
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- Recreate Behavioral Healthcare of Ohio is required by law to maintain the privacy of your PHI, provide this notice, and notify you promptly if a breach occurs.
- In compliance with Ohio law, we will notify the Ohio Attorney General in the event of a data breach involving unauthorized access to electronic PHI.
- We reserve the right to update this policy. Updated policies will be available on our website and upon request.
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Contact Information
For more information on Recreate Behavioral Healthcare of Ohio Privacy Policies or to file a complaint, please contact:
Recreate Behavioral Healthcare of Ohio
349 Olde Ridenour Rd.
Gahanna, OH 43230
info@recreateohio.com
You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services:
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Office for Civil Rights
200 Independence Avenue, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20201
