What is HIPAA?
HIPAA is a federal law designed to protect the privacy and security of health information. It applies to "protected health information" (PHI), which includes any information related to a child's developmental history, evaluations, assessments, findings, and related care details.
This ensures that all sensitive information is handled with strict confidentiality and care.
Our Commitment to HIPAA Compliance
At Stars Assessment Center, we are committed to protecting your child's privacy and maintaining the security of all health-related information.
To ensure HIPAA compliance, we follow strict safeguards:
- Confidentiality: We only use and access protected health information when necessary for evaluation and care purposes.
- Security: We use secure systems and protective measures to prevent unauthorized access, loss, or misuse of information.
- Staff Training: All team members are trained on HIPAA regulations and follow strict privacy protocols in handling all records.
How We Use and Disclose Health Information
We may use or share protected health information for the following purposes:
- Evaluation and Care Support: To conduct developmental assessments and support understanding of your child's developmental needs.
- Coordination of Services: To communicate with relevant healthcare or early intervention providers involved in your child's care, when appropriate.
- Operations and Quality Improvement: To improve assessment services, ensure accuracy, and maintain high-quality care standards.
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, such as reporting obligations or legal requests.
- With Your Permission: Any use beyond standard care, evaluation, or legal requirements will require your written consent.
Your Rights Under HIPAA
You have important rights regarding your child's health information:
- Right to Access: You may request copies of evaluation reports and related records.
- Right to Request Corrections: You can request corrections if any information is inaccurate or incomplete.
- Right to Request Restrictions: You may ask us to limit how your child's information is used or shared.
- Right to Confidential Communication: You can request how we communicate with you (for example, phone, email, or mail).
- Right to an Accounting of Disclosures: You may request a record of certain disclosures of your child's health information.
- Right to File a Complaint: If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of your HIPAA rights, you may contact us directly:
Phone: (844) 700-9889
Stars Assessment Center
Serving Northern & Central California
Contact Us
If you have any questions about HIPAA or how we protect your child's information, please reach out:
(844) 700-9889
Stars Assessment Center