Cornerstone Behavioural Health And Addiction Center

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 8th, 2025

Introduction

This Privacy Statement describes how Cornerstone Behavioral Health and Addiction Center LLC (“Cornerstone Behavioral Health and Addiction Center, LLC”, “Company”, “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects the personal health information (“PHI”) of our patients. We are committed to maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of your PHI in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”), 45 C.F.R. Pts. 160 & 164, including mental health records, and federal regulations governing Confidentiality of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Patient Records, 42 C.F.R. Part 2, and other applicable laws, including the Ohio Revised Code. Your information cannot be disclosed without written consent unless otherwise provided for in the regulations.

By seeking treatment from us, you acknowledge and consent to the practices described in this statement.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Identifiers: Name, date of birth, address, phone number, email address, and emergency contact information.
Health Information: Medical history, diagnosis, treatment plans, prescriptions, test results, and other health-related information.
Payment Information: Insurance details, billing information, and payment records.

2. How We Use Your Information

To provide medical care and treatment.
To communicate with you about your treatment, appointments, and test results.
To submit billing information to insurance providers and collect payment.
To comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including health reporting.
To improve the quality of care we provide.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take the privacy and security of your PHI seriously. We use administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect your PHI from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

Secure electronic systems and databases.
Access controls for employees and contractors.
Secure methods of communication and data transmission.
Limiting access to your information to only those who need it to provide care or fulfill legal obligations.

4. Sharing Your Information

With your consent: We will share your PHI only when you authorize us to do so.
With other healthcare providers: We may share your PHI with other healthcare providers involved in your treatment, such as specialists or hospitals.
For legal or regulatory purposes: We may disclose your PHI to comply with state or federal laws, including when required by subpoena, court order, or other legal processes.
For billing and payment purposes: We may share your PHI with insurance companies and other entities involved in payment for your healthcare services.

5. Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information

Right to Access: You may request a copy of your medical records.
Right to Amend: If you believe your records are incorrect or incomplete, you may request corrections.
Right to Restrict Disclosures: You may request that we limit the sharing of your PHI in certain circumstances.
Right to Request Confidential Communications: You may request that we contact you through certain methods or at specific locations to maintain your privacy.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@cornerstonebhac.com.

6. Changes to This Privacy Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of the statement.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or your privacy rights, please contact us at:

Cornerstone Behavioral Health and Addiction Center LLC
Address: Cornerstone Behavioral Health and Addiction Center LLC Pickerington Ohio
Phone: +1 614 745 6652
Email: info@cornerstonebhac.com