Zorah Medical Center – Des Plaines, IL
Effective Date: 2022
At Zorah Medical Center, protecting your personal health information is a top priority. We are fully committed to maintaining the privacy, security, and confidentiality of your medical records in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
What is HIPAA?
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) is a federal law that establishes national standards for protecting sensitive patient health information, also known as Protected Health Information (PHI).
At Zorah Medical Center, we strictly follow HIPAA guidelines to ensure your information is handled with the highest level of care and security.
Our Commitment to Patient Privacy
We take every step necessary to safeguard your personal and medical information. This includes:
- Maintaining strict confidentiality of all patient records
- Limiting access to authorized personnel only
- Using secure systems to store and manage data
- Ensuring all staff are trained in HIPAA compliance
Your trust is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your information at every stage of care.
How We Protect Your Information
Zorah Medical Center uses multiple layers of protection to secure your data:
Administrative Safeguards
- Staff training on HIPAA regulations
- Internal policies for handling patient information
- Restricted access to sensitive records
Technical Safeguards
- Secure, encrypted systems (SSL technology)
- Password-protected access to patient data
- Regular monitoring and system updates
Physical Safeguards
- Secure office environment
- Controlled access to medical records
- Protection of devices containing patient information
When Your Information May Be Shared
Your Protected Health Information (PHI) may be used or disclosed only when necessary, including:
- For treatment and coordination of care
- For billing and insurance processing
- For healthcare operations
- When required by law
We will never share your information without your consent unless legally required to do so.
Your Rights Under HIPAA
As a patient, you have important rights regarding your medical information:
- Right to Access – You may request a copy of your medical records
- Right to Amend – You can request corrections to inaccurate information
- Right to Restrict – You may limit how your information is shared
- Right to Confidential Communication – Request alternative contact methods
- Right to an Accounting of Disclosures – Know how your information has been used
To exercise any of these rights, please contact our office directly.
Secure Communication
We take precautions to ensure that communication with our patients is secure:
- Online forms are protected through encrypted connections
- Sensitive information is handled through secure systems
- We recommend avoiding sharing detailed medical information via unsecured email
Third-Party Compliance
We may work with trusted third-party providers (such as billing or scheduling platforms) who also follow strict HIPAA compliance standards and are required to protect your information.
Reporting Privacy Concerns
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, we encourage you to contact us immediately so we can address your concerns.
Contact Us
For questions about HIPAA compliance or your privacy rights, please contact:
Zorah Medical Center
1645 S River Rd, Suite 14
Des Plaines, IL
(708) 412-4040
info@zorahmedical.com
