Georgetown OB-GYN is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our patients' personal health information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996. We strive to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and to safeguard your sensitive information at all times.

Our HIPAA Compliance Measures Include:

1. Patient Privacy: We respect the privacy of our patients and ensure that their personal health information is kept secure and confidential. We only disclose patient information to authorized individuals and entities, and only when it is necessary for the provision of healthcare services, payment, or other related purposes as permitted by law.

2. Employee Training: Our staff undergoes regular training on HIPAA regulations and best practices to ensure that they are aware of their responsibilities in safeguarding patient information. This includes understanding the importance of patient privacy, proper handling of sensitive data, and strict adherence to our privacy policies.

3. Secure Data Storage and Transmission: We employ state-of-the-art data storage and transmission systems to protect patient information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. This includes implementing strict access controls, encryption technologies, and secure communication methods to protect electronic health records and other sensitive data.

4. Privacy Policies and Procedures: We have established comprehensive privacy policies and procedures that guide our staff in the handling, storage, and disclosure of patient information. Our policies are designed to comply with HIPAA regulations and ensure that patient information is treated with the utmost care and confidentiality.

5. Breach Notification: In the unlikely event of a data breach involving your personal health information, Georgetown OB-GYN is committed to promptly notifying affected individuals and taking appropriate steps to mitigate the potential harm caused by such incidents.

Georgetown OB-GYN takes your privacy seriously, and we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of patient confidentiality. If you have any questions or concerns regarding our HIPAA compliance measures or our privacy practices, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Documents:

Notice of Privacy Practices

Notice of Privacy Practices (Spanish Version)