Notice of Privacy Practices
Notice of Privacy Practices
Ridgeview Assisted Living LLC
International Falls, Minnesota
At Ridgeview Assisted Living LLC, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our residents’ personal, health, and financial information. This notice outlines our privacy practices, your rights, and our responsibilities in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Minnesota Health Records Act, and other applicable laws.
What Information We Collect
We may collect and maintain the following types of information:
- Personal identification details (e.g., name, address, date of birth)
- Medical history, treatment records, and care plans
- Insurance and billing information
- Emergency contact and legal representative information
How We Use Your Information
We may use and share your information for:
- Providing care and services
- Billing and payment processing
- Health care operations and quality improvement
- Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
- Communicating with family members or legal representatives (with appropriate consent)
We will not use or disclose your information for marketing, fundraising, or other purposes without your written authorization.
Your Privacy Rights
As a resident (or legal representative), you have the right to:
- Access and request a copy of your records
- Request corrections to your personal or health information
- Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures
- Receive a list of disclosures made outside of treatment, payment, or operations
- File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated
To exercise these rights, please contact our Privacy Officer using the information below.
Our Responsibilities
We are required by law to:
- Maintain the privacy of your health information
- Provide you with this notice of our legal duties and privacy practices
- Follow the terms of this notice currently in effect
- Notify you in the event of a breach involving your unsecured health information
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Notice or would like to file a privacy-related complaint, please contact:
Privacy Officer
Ridgeview Assisted Living LLC
2020 Ridgeview Dr
International Falls, MN 56649
Phone: (218) 283-2806
Email: hr@ridgeviewal.com
You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.
Changes to This Notice
We reserve the right to change our privacy practices and update this notice at any time. Changes will apply to all information we maintain. The current notice will always be posted on our website and available upon request.