What do I do if my confidentiality is violated by a mental health professional. It was nothing serious or life threatening but has caused a problem?
2007-01-03 14:35:21 · 8 answers · asked by debj69121 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
I would address a law that is familiar with the legal workings of HIPAA Laws. Call around and ask. They would be able to determine whether or not your confidentiality was violated legally and whether or not you are deserving of punitive settlements ($).
2007-01-03 14:38:49 · answer #1 · answered by n_m_young 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The laws are different between countries and states, so it's hard to say. Contact a local free Legal Aid Clinic (most colleges and universities have them, and you can normally use them even if you aren't a student). They will be able to tell you what the law is in your area, if it sounds like your rights were violated, and what your options are.
2007-01-03 14:39:04 · answer #2 · answered by Mel 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it has cause a problem then confront the person on your next visit. Maybe you didn't read all the forms you signed before seeing a counselor and the counselor was in the right to say something to the required people. Find out.
2007-01-03 15:06:20 · answer #3 · answered by l'il mama 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
complain to the department head of the facility or even the administrator..if it was by as licensed professional you can also make a complaint to the state licensing board
2007-01-03 14:39:30 · answer #4 · answered by charmel5496 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
oh I am so sorry to hear that ... not sure what you should do, but I definately wouldn't be trusting them again. I wouldn't go back. That makes me so mad! Especially if it wasn't life threatening. They had no right to do that. I'm sure there would be someone you could report it too... good luck xoox
2007-01-03 14:38:29 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
HIPPA violation? I guess you could get sue happy and sue the doctor or the institution where the person was employed.
OR.....forgive them.
2007-01-03 14:39:41 · answer #6 · answered by Sam 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Talk to the head of the department.
This should be taken seriously.
2007-01-03 14:38:03 · answer #7 · answered by daljack -a girl 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Have them investigated...
2007-01-03 14:37:51 · answer #8 · answered by Wat Da Hell 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋