HIPAA Compliance Statement

HIPAA Compliance Statement

Effective Date: May 1, 2025
Company Name: Lotus Healthcare and Research
Website: www.LotusHealthcare.net

HIPAA Compliance Statement

At Lotus Healthcare and Research, we are committed to maintaining the privacy and security of our patients’ Protected Health Information (PHI) in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), including the HIPAA Privacy Rule, Security Rule, and the HITECH Act.

We value the trust our patients place in us and take their privacy seriously.

1. What is HIPAA?

HIPAA is a federal law that establishes standards to protect individuals’ medical records and other personal health information. It governs how healthcare providers, health plans, and business associates handle and safeguard PHI.

2. How We Protect Your PHI

We follow HIPAA guidelines in all aspects of our practice and digital operations, including:

  • Secure Data Transmission: Our website uses SSL encryption to protect data submitted through online forms and communications.

  • Access Control: Only authorized personnel have access to PHI. We maintain strict user access protocols and training for all employees handling sensitive data.

  • Data Storage: PHI is stored on secure systems with encryption and firewall protection.

  • Business Associate Agreements (BAAs): We maintain BAAs with all third-party vendors who may handle PHI on our behalf (e.g., hosting providers, email processors, EHR platforms).

3. Patient Communications

If our website includes appointment request forms or secure messaging tools, those features are designed to comply with HIPAA. We discourage patients from submitting detailed medical information through unencrypted email.

For sensitive health-related inquiries, please use our secure portal or contact our office directly.

4. Notice of Privacy Practices

Our full Notice of Privacy Practices, as required by HIPAA, is available to all patients and outlines how we collect, use, and disclose PHI. If you’d like a copy, please contact our office or request one during your next visit.

5. Your Rights Under HIPAA

As a patient, you have the right to:

  • Access your health information.

  • Request corrections to your medical records.

  • Receive an accounting of disclosures.

  • Request restrictions on how your information is used.

  • Request confidential communications.

  • File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.

6. Contact Us for HIPAA Concerns

If you have questions, concerns, or would like to exercise your rights under HIPAA, please contact our designated Privacy Officer:

Privacy Officer
Lotus Healthcare and Research
📧 info@LotusHealthcare.net
📞 1-954-243-4381