HIPAA Privacy Rule

HIPAA Privacy Rule of Patient Authorization Agreement

Authorization for the Disclosure of Protected Health Information for Treatment, Payment, or Healthcare Operations ( 164.508(a))

I understand that as part of my healthcare, this Practice originates and maintains health records describing my health history, symptoms, examination and test results, diagnosis, treatment, and any plans for future care or treatment. I understand that this information serves as:

• a basis for planning my care and treatment;
• a means of communication among the health professionals who may contribute to my health care;
• a source of information for applying my diagnosis and surgical information to my bill;
• a means by which a third-party payer can verify that services billed were actually provided;
• a tool for routine health care operations such as assessing quality and reviewing the competence of health care professionals.

I have been provided with a copy of the Notice of Privacy Practices that provides a more complete description of information uses and disclosures.

I understand that as part of my care and treatment it may be necessary to provide my Protected Health Information to another covered entity. I have the right to review this Practice’s notice prior to signing this authorization. I authorize the disclosure of my Protected Health Information as specified below for the purposes and to the parties designated by me.

CRISP Notice of Privacy Practices:

We have chosen to participate in the Chesapeake Regional Information System for our Patients (CRISP), a regional health information exchange serving Maryland and D.C. As permitted by law, your health information will be shared with this exchange in order to provide faster access, better coordination of care and assist providers and public health officials in making more informed decisions. You may “opt-out” and disable access to your health information available through CRISP by calling 1-877-952-7477 or completing and submitting an Opt-Out form to CRISP by mail, fax or through their website at www.crisphealth.org. Public health reporting and Controlled Dangerous Substances information, as part of the Maryland Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP), will still be available to providers.

CRISP Notice of Privacy Practices Acknowledgement Page:

We participate in the CRISP health information exchange (HIE) to share your medical records with your other health care providers and for other limited reasons. You have rights to limit how your medical information is shared. We encourage you to read our Notice of Privacy Practices and find more information about CRISP medical record sharing policies at www.crisphealth.org.

Privacy Rule of Patient Consent Agreement

Consent to the Use and Disclosure of Protected Health Information for Treatment, Payment, or Healthcare Operations ( 164.506(a))

I understand that:

• I have the right to review this Practice’s Notice of Information practices prior to signing this consent;
• that this Practice reserves the right to change the notice and practices and that prior to implementation will mail a copy of any notice to the address I’ve provided, if requested;
• I have the right to object to the use of my health information for directory purposes;
• I have the right to request restrictions as to how my Protected Health Information may be used or disclosed to carry out treatment, payment, or healthcare operations, and that this Practice is not required by law to agree to the restrictions requested;
• I may revoke this consent in writing at any time, except to the extent that this Practice has already taken action in reliance thereon.