Privacy Policy Including Telehealth Services
Introduction: At Recovery Cafe, located in Athens, Georgia, we have a longstanding commitment to online privacy and take the security of our clients’ personal and health information very seriously. Under my direction, we adhere strictly to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and relevant Georgia state laws to safeguard your information. This privacy policy outlines how we manage and protect your information, including data collected through our telehealth services.
HIPAA Compliance: We prioritize the privacy and security of your health information and uphold our obligations under HIPAA. Our policies, procedures, and electronic systems are designed to meet HIPAA’s stringent standards, ensuring the confidentiality and secure handling of your protected health information (PHI).
Use and Disclosure of Health Information: We use and disclose health information only as necessary to provide our services, including telehealth, and as required by law. Recovery Cafe does not share any client’s health information without explicit consent, except for purposes of treatment, payment, healthcare operations, or as legally mandated.
Release of Information (ROI): Clients who wish to authorize us to discuss their care with third parties—such as family members, healthcare providers, or insurers—must complete a Release of Information (ROI) form. This authorization allows us to share specified health information with designated individuals or entities, ensuring clients maintain control over who accesses their data.
Telehealth-Specific Provisions: Our telehealth services comply with HIPAA privacy practices and Georgia state privacy laws. We employ secure methods to transmit personal and health information during telehealth sessions, ensuring protection against unauthorized access and maintaining data integrity.
State of Georgia Privacy Laws: In addition to federal HIPAA regulations, we uphold all relevant privacy laws of Georgia, providing an extra layer of protection and compliance for our clients’ personal information.
Contact Information: If you have any questions regarding our privacy practices or wish to learn more about your rights under HIPAA, please contact us at coordinator@recoverycafe.com.
Effective Date: This privacy policy, including telehealth provisions, is effective as of January 1, 2024.
At Recovery Cafe, we are committed to earning and maintaining the trust and confidence of our clients by safeguarding their personal and health information with the highest standards of care and compliance.