Privacy Policy

Your privacy and the protection of your personal health information is our highest priority. Learn how we safeguard your information in compliance with HIPAA and other applicable laws.

Last updated: December 2024

HIPAA Compliant

We follow strict HIPAA guidelines to protect your protected health information (PHI).

Transparent

Clear information about what data we collect and how we use it for your care.

Your Rights

You have specific rights regarding your health information that we respect and protect.

Protected Health Information (PHI)

As a healthcare provider, Redeemer Hospice is required by law to maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information (PHI). This includes any information that could identify you and relates to your health condition, healthcare services, or payment for healthcare services.

How We Use Your Health Information

We may use and disclose your health information for the following purposes:

  • Treatment: To provide, coordinate, and manage your hospice care and related services
  • Payment: To obtain payment for services provided, including billing insurance companies
  • Healthcare Operations: For quality assessment, staff training, and other operational activities
  • Required by Law: When disclosure is required by federal, state, or local law
  • Emergency Situations: To prevent serious harm to you or others

Your Privacy Rights

Under HIPAA, you have the following rights regarding your health information:

  • Right to Access: You can request copies of your medical records
  • Right to Amend: You can request corrections to your health information
  • Right to Restrict: You can request limits on how we use or share your information
  • Right to Confidential Communications: You can request we contact you in a specific way
  • Right to an Accounting: You can request a list of disclosures we have made
  • Right to File a Complaint: You can file complaints about our privacy practices

Website Privacy

Information We Collect

When you visit our website, we may collect:

  • Contact information you provide through forms (name, phone, email)
  • Technical information (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
  • Cookies and similar technologies for website functionality

How We Use Website Information

  • To respond to your inquiries and provide requested information
  • To improve our website and services
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes

Security Measures

We implement appropriate physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your health information against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This includes secure storage systems, encrypted communications, staff training, and regular security assessments.

Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to modify this privacy policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date. We are required by law to follow the privacy policy currently in effect.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Phone
(956) 267-8405

Email
support@redeemerhospice.com


Office Headquarter :
Redeemer Hospice – Privacy Officer
8627 Cinnamon Creek Drive, Suite 302R
San Antonio, TX 78240

Filing a Complaint

You may file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services if you believe your privacy rights have been violated. You will not be retaliated against for filing a complaint.

HHS Office for Civil Rights: 1-800-368-1019 or www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/

Questions About Your Privacy?

Our team is here to help you understand your privacy rights and address any concerns you may have.