Notice of Privacy Practices
Healthcare Unity Group Inc.
HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
At Healthcare Unity Group Inc. (HUG), your privacy is our priority. This Notice of Privacy Practices describes how your medical information may be used and disclosed, and how you can access this information, in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Please review it carefully.
Our Responsibilities
We are required by law to:
- Maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information (PHI)
- Provide you with this notice of our legal duties and privacy practices
- Notify you in the event of a breach involving your unsecured PHI
- Follow the duties and privacy practices described in this notice
How We May Use and Disclose Your Health Information
We may use and share your information as we:
- Treat you: Share information with other healthcare providers involved in your care
- Run our organization: Improve services, contact you about appointments, and manage operations
- Bill for your services: Share necessary information with insurance plans or payers for billing purposes
- Help with public health and safety issues: Report certain conditions or threats, such as infectious disease control, abuse, or safety risks
- Do research: Use de-identified or limited data sets with appropriate safeguards
- Comply with the law: Respond to law enforcement or legal requests when required by law
- Work with business associates: Share your PHI with contracted service providers who help us carry out business functions (e.g., billing services, IT support)
Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information
As a patient of HUG, you have the right to:
- Request an electronic or paper copy of your medical record
- Ask us to correct your medical record if you believe it is incorrect or incomplete
- Request confidential communications, such as contact through alternate addresses or phone numbers
- Limit what we use or share, including restricting disclosures to your health plan if you paid out-of-pocket in full
- Get a list of those with whom we’ve shared your information (up to 6 years prior)
- Get a copy of this privacy notice at any time
- Choose someone to act on your behalf, such as a legal guardian
- File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated
Your Choices
You can tell us your preferences about what we share. For example, you may:
- Give written permission before we share your information for marketing purposes
- Opt out of receiving fundraising communications
- Direct us not to share information with family, friends, or others involved in your care
We will always require your written authorization to use or disclose your PHI in situations not described in this notice.
How to File a Complaint
If you believe your rights have been violated, you may contact our Privacy Officer:
Dr. Richard Minuski
Privacy Officer, Healthcare Unity Group Inc.
📞 Phone: (201) 350-4909
📧 Email: rm@hugfl.org
📍 Address: 405 Kearny Ave, Kearny, NJ 07032
You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.
Changes to This Notice
We may update our privacy practices at any time. If we make significant changes, we will post the updated notice on our website and offer you a copy upon request.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this notice or your privacy rights, please contact:
Healthcare Unity Group Inc.
📞 (201) 350-4909
📧 info@hugfl.org
📍 405 Kearny Ave, Kearny, NJ 07032