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Abortion FAQ - Privacy and Our Clinic


Patients concerns about privacy are answered

At NOVA Women's Healthcare, we want you to be fully informed and confident about the policies that effect the privacy of our patients. Your choice, care and confidentiality are important to us.

 

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What do we do to protect your privacy?

Your privacy is as important to us as your care and comfort. Our staff is committed to protect patient's privacy. Your care is confidential.

At NOVA Women's Healthcare, our staff is trained and obliged by signed agreement to protect your privacy. Our caring staff will not disclose any information relating to a patient. Click here to learn more about our privacy practices.

 

Do you have a separate entrance and exit?

Yes. The privacy of your identity during your appointment is protected by a separate entrance and exit.

NOVA Women's Healthcare's facility is designed for your privacy and security. Patients enter the facility through the waiting area and leave using a separate exit. 

 

What is HIPAA?

HIPAA stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. HIPPA relates to the policies and procedures regarding how health information about you as a patient may be used, disclosed and accessed.

NOVA Women's Healthcare is committed to maintaining the privacy of your Individually Identifiable Health Information (IIHI). During your care, the records regarding your treatment and services will be held in strict confidentiality according to local, state and federal laws and regulations. Click here for more information about Patient Privacy.

 

What is an IIHI?

IIHI stands for Individually Identifiable Health Information. Your IHII includes information about you as well as the treatment and services that you receive from our abortion clinic or gynecology center. Your IHII is important for deciding the best course of treatment and care, dispensing prescribed drugs, for consultation with our and other doctors, and for your treatment by other healthcare providers.

NOVA Women's Healthcare will only disclose your IIHI according to the privacy practices we follow and as permitted by local, state and federal laws and regulations. Your trust is important to us. We do all that we can to ensure your privacy and the confidentiality of your care. Click here for more information about Patient Privacy.

 

 

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