Privacy Practices

Last updated: January 1, 2024

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.

I. Who We Are

This Notice of Privacy Practices (“Notice”) outlines the privacy practices of Benhuri Wellness Clinic and its affiliates, including associated professional entities, healthcare providers, and personnel (“we” or “us”).

Contact: Benhuri Wellness Clinic 9400 Brighton Way, Suite 210 Beverly Hills, CA 90210 Email: [email protected] Phone: (310) 362-1255

II. Our Privacy Obligations

We are legally required to protect the privacy of your health information (“Protected Health Information” or “PHI”) and provide you with this Notice detailing our legal duties and privacy practices. We are also obliged to notify you of a breach involving unsecured PHI. We will comply with the terms of this Notice when using or disclosing your PHI.

III. Permissible Uses and Disclosures Without Your Written Authorization

We do not need your authorization for the following uses and disclosures:

A. Treatment, Payment, and Healthcare Operations

Treatment: To diagnose or treat you and share your PHI with other providers.
Payment: To secure payment for services.
Healthcare Operations: For internal administration and improving care quality.

B. Relatives and Caregivers

We may share your PHI with family or friends involved in your care if you agree or do not object.

C–M. Other Permitted Disclosures

Public Health Activities
Victims of Abuse, Neglect, or Domestic Violence
Health Oversight Activities
Judicial and Administrative Proceedings
Law Enforcement
Decedents
Research (under specific conditions)
Health or Safety threats
Specialized Government Functions
Workers’ Compensation
As Required by Law

IV. Uses and Disclosures Requiring Authorization

Marketing and Sale: Requires your written permission.
Highly Confidential Information: Special protections for sensitive topics (e.g., mental health, HIV).
Revoking Authorization: You may revoke your consent in writing.

V. Your Rights Regarding Your PHI

Information & Complaints: Contact our Privacy Officer or file a complaint with HHS.
Restrictions: Request restrictions on how we use or share PHI.
Confidential Communications: Request alternative contact methods.
Access: Request to inspect or copy your health records (fees may apply).
Amend: Request corrections to your records.
Accounting: Request a list of PHI disclosures (within 6 years).
Copy of Notice: Request a printed or emailed copy of this Notice.