HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
How We Protect Your Health Information
Introduction
This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.
Effective Date: June 17, 2025
This notice applies to all personal health information (PHI) maintained by NY Health Insurer in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Your Rights
- Access your medical records
- Request corrections to your health information
- Receive confidential communications
- Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures
- Obtain a list of those with whom we’ve shared your information
Our Responsibilities
We are required by law to:
- Maintain the privacy and security of your PHI
- Provide you with this notice of our legal duties and privacy practices
- Abide by the terms of the notice currently in effect
- Notify you if a breach compromises the privacy or security of your information
How We May Use and Disclose Your Information
- Treatment: To coordinate or manage your health care
- Payment: For billing and collection of premiums
- Healthcare Operations: For quality assessment, audits, and customer service
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to avert a serious threat to health or safety
Your Choices
In certain situations, you have the right to make decisions about how we share information. For example:
- Sharing with family or friends involved in your care
- Including your information in a hospital directory
- Using your information for marketing or fundraising efforts
Changes to This Notice
We reserve the right to change this notice, and the revised notice will apply to all health information we maintain. The new notice will be available on our website and by request.
Complaints and Contact Information
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may contact us directly or file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Filing a complaint will not affect the quality of services you receive.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1-888-215-4045