HIPPA Privacy Practices

Notice of Privacy Practices (HIPAA)

Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Agency: CareGivers Inc.
Address: 3536 Washington Boulevard, Indianapolis, IN 46205-3719
Phone: (317) 252-5958

Your Information. Your Rights. Our Responsibilities.

This Notice of Privacy Practices describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can access this information. Please review it carefully.

CareGivers Inc. provides skilled home health services in Indiana, including nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, home health aide services, companion care, and medical social work services.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Get a copy of your medical record: You can ask to see or get an electronic or paper copy of your medical record and other health information we maintain. We will provide a copy or summary, usually within 30 days. Reasonable fees may apply.
  • Ask us to correct your medical record: If you believe your record is incorrect or incomplete, you may request a correction. We may deny your request, but we will tell you why within 60 days.
  • Request confidential communications: You can ask us to contact you in a specific way (e.g., at home instead of work). We will accommodate reasonable requests.
  • Ask us to limit what we use or share: You may request that we not use or share certain health information. We are not required to agree, except for services paid for fully out-of-pocket.
  • Get a list of those with whom we’ve shared your information: You may request an “accounting of disclosures” for up to six years prior to your request.
  • Choose someone to act for you: If you have a legal guardian or medical power of attorney, that person may exercise your HIPAA rights.
  • File a complaint if you feel your rights are violated: You can file a complaint with CareGivers Inc. or with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS). We will not retaliate against you.

Your Choices

You have choices in how we use and share your information in the following situations:

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