HIPAA Privacy Policy & Notice of Privacy Practices
 

At Apollo Pharmacy, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your health information. This notice explains how your Protected Health Information (PHI) may be used and disclosed, and how you can access your information, in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable Georgia and federal laws.

Our Responsibilities

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Apollo Pharmacy is required by law to:

• Maintain the privacy and security of your PHI

• Provide you with this notice of our legal duties and privacy practices

• Follow the terms of this notice currently in effect

• Notify you if a breach occurs that may have compromised your information

 

How We May Use and Disclose Your Health Information

We may use or share your health information without your written authorization for the following purposes:

Treatment

To fill prescriptions, counsel you on medications, coordinate care with physicians, hospitals, or other healthcare providers, and ensure safe and effective treatment.

Payment

To bill and receive payment from insurance plans, PBMs, Medicare/Medicaid, or other responsible parties for services provided.

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Healthcare Operations

For pharmacy operations such as quality assurance, staff training, audits, licensing, accreditation, compliance, and business management activities.

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Other Permitted Uses and Disclosures

We may also use or disclose your information:

• To comply with state and federal laws, regulations, or court orders

• For public health and safety activities

• To prevent or lessen a serious threat to health or safety

• For law enforcement purposes when legally required

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Uses and Disclosures Requiring Your Authorization

We will obtain your written authorization before using or sharing your PHI for purposes such as:

• Marketing (outside of permitted healthcare communications)

• Sale of your health information

• Any use not described in this notice

You may revoke your authorization at any time in writing.

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Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information

You have the right to:

• Access your health records and obtain copies

• Request corrections to your health information

• Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures

• Request confidential communications (e.g., alternate phone or address)

• Receive an accounting of disclosures

• Receive a paper copy of this notice upon request

• File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.

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How to File a Complaint

If you have questions, concerns, or believe your privacy rights have been violated, please contact us directly:

 Apollo Pharmacy – Savannah
912-999-6101

 Apollo Pharmacy – Pooler
912-988-7185

You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

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Changes to This Policy

Apollo Pharmacy reserves the right to change this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will apply to all PHI we maintain and will be posted on our website.

Effective Date: 07/18/2016