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9. What can I do if someone violates the HIPAA Privacy Rule?
You don't have the right to sue under HIPAA. The most you can do is file a complaint. The privacy notice you receive from your health care provider or plan is required to tell you how to file a complaint within the organization. The notice should also tell you how to contact the HHS Office of Civil Rights. This is the government office charged with enforcing the Privacy Rule.
You must file your complaint within 180 days of the violation, but HHS can extend that time. HIPAA says you cannot be denied treatment because you file a complaint.
Even though the HIPAAA Privacy Rule does not give you the right to sue, other federal or state laws or regulations might give you the right to bring an action in court for violations of your privacy.
As with anything else, if you feel your rights have been violated, you may want to discuss the situation with an attorney.
Call your County Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral Service to be referred to an attorney who practices in the area of HIPAA violations or privacy issues.
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