Privacy Policy Including Telehealth Services

Introduction: At Recovery Cafe, located in Athens, Georgia, we prioritize the privacy and security of our clients’ personal and health information. We strictly adhere to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and relevant state laws in Georgia to ensure the confidentiality and protection of your information. This privacy policy outlines how we manage and safeguard your information, including data obtained through our telehealth services.

HIPAA Compliance: We are committed to protecting your privacy and upholding our responsibilities under HIPAA, which safeguards the confidentiality and security of health information. Our policies, procedures, and electronic systems are meticulously designed to comply with the rigorous standards of HIPAA, ensuring the secure handling and confidentiality of your protected health information (PHI).

Use and Disclosure of Health Information: We use and disclose health information only to provide our services, including telehealth, as the law requires. Recovery Cafe will not share any client’s health information without explicit consent, except as needed for treatment, payment, healthcare operations, and when legally required.

Release of Information (ROI): Clients who wish to have us discuss their care with third parties—such as family members, other healthcare providers, or insurers—must complete a Release of Information (ROI) form. This authorization enables us to share specified health information with designated individuals or entities, ensuring that clients retain control over who accesses their data.

Telehealth-Specific Provisions: Our telehealth services are provided in compliance with HIPAA privacy practices and the state privacy laws of Georgia. All transmitted personal and health information is secured when using telehealth services to prevent unauthorized access and ensure data integrity.

State of Georgia Privacy Laws: In alignment with our commitment to comply with federal regulations, we also adhere to all pertinent privacy laws of the State of Georgia, offering an additional layer of security and compliance for our client’s personal information.

Contact Information: If you have any questions about our privacy practices or wish to learn more about your rights under HIPAA, please email us at coordinator@recoverycafe.com.

Effective Date: This privacy policy, including provisions related to telehealth, is effective as of January 1, 2024.

At Recovery Cafe, we are dedicated to maintaining our clients’ trust and confidence by protecting their personal and health information with the utmost care and in compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Please direct all questions to coordinator@recoverycafe.com or call us at 706-438-2545 (Cell or WhatsApp).