HIPAA & 42 CFR Part 2 Compliance at LA CADA

At LA CADA, we are dedicated to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of your protected health information (PHI). We comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and 42 CFR Part 2, which governs the confidentiality of substance use disorder treatment records, to ensure that your personal health information is used responsibly and securely.

Our Commitment to Your Privacy:

• Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP): We have adopted a Notice of Privacy Practices that outlines our policies regarding the use and disclosure of your PHI. This Notice describes your rights concerning your health information, including the right to access, amend, and request restrictions on your information. We are committed to making sure you understand how your information is protected.
• Privacy Practices: Our organization limits access to PHI to only those employees who require it to provide services to you or to conduct business on your behalf. We take the necessary steps to ensure that your information is kept confidential and secure.
• Availability of Information: Our current Notice of Privacy Practices is posted prominently at our facilities and on our website. We also provide paper copies of the Notice upon request or during your intake process. If any changes are made to the Notice, we will notify you and make the updated version available to all clients and their representatives.
• Risk Mitigation: We implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to ensure that PHI is protected from unauthorized access or disclosure. This includes training staff members on privacy practices, conducting regular audits, and applying stringent security measures for electronic and physical storage of PHI.
• Substance Use Treatment Confidentiality: LA CADA complies with 42 CFR Part 2, which ensures that substance use disorder treatment records are protected and disclosed only with client consent or as required by law. We are committed to maintaining the confidentiality of these sensitive records and will not disclose them without your written permission, except in certain legal circumstances.
• Your Rights Regarding PHI: You have the right to:
  • Access and obtain copies of your health records.
  • Request amendments to your PHI if you believe it is inaccurate.
  • Request restrictions on the use or disclosure of your information.
  • Receive a detailed account of disclosures made about your information.
  • Request that we communicate with you in a confidential manner, such as at an alternate address or by phone.
• Training and Awareness: All LA CADA staff are trained on HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, and the organization's privacy practices to ensure they are equipped to handle your information with the utmost care and compliance.

Data Security:

We use state-of-the-art encryption, security protocols, and staff training to protect your PHI from unauthorized access. Whether stored electronically or in physical form, your information is safeguarded in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 standards.

For More Information:

If you have any questions about your privacy rights or our privacy practices, or if you wish to obtain a copy of our Notice of Privacy Practices, please contact our corporate office at administration@lacada.com.