Patient Rights

Your Privacy Is Protected — Always

At Apple Hills Medical Associates, your personal health information is handled with the highest standards of confidentiality, respect, and legal compliance.

Our Commitment

Privacy & Confidentiality

Your health information is treated with respect and your privacy is protected. Access to your personal health information is available only to those: who need to know, who are involved in your healthcare, and who have received your consent. When your personal health information is collected, the privacy and confidentiality of the information is protected.

Those who may access your records include:

Physicians Specialists Nurse Practitioners Registered Nurses Social Worker Pharmacist Registered Dietitian

Data Security

Electronic Health Records

Client health information may be maintained in electronic health records that are password and firewall protected. The software only allows health professionals identified as involved in your health care to have access to your information.

Legal Framework

Governing Legislation

Apple Hills Medical Associates complies with the Health Information Protection Act (November 2004), comprised of both the Personal Health Information Protection Act (2004) and the Quality of Care Information Protection Act (2004).

Applicable Acts

Health Information Protection Act November 2004
Personal Health Information Protection Act 2004
Quality of Care Information Protection Act 2004

Referenced Legislation & Resources

Patient Resources

Related Patient Information

Managing your health information also involves understanding your rights and options as a patient. Explore these related pages:

Email Consent Form

Understand how we handle email communication securely and provide your consent for electronic correspondence.

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Consent to Disclose Personal Health Information

Authorize the sharing of your health records with other care providers or third parties as needed.

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Patients Hub

Access all patient forms, resources, and information in one convenient location.

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