QUESTION
when I went to my first pyschiatrist appointmoint I came out to find a male doctor up against the door listening in. I requested a female doctor as w
Asked on Jun 20th, 2013 on Medical Malpractice - Pennsylvania
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When i went to my first appointment with my psychiatrist I was asked if I wanted a male or female. I wanted a female. After my session I opened the door to find a male doctor listening in to the session. As I cowardly walked away I heard my psychiatrist scolding him. Do I have grounds on suing the practice for hippa?
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Please look at this website on how to file a HIPPA complaint: http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/complaints/
Due to the high costs and expenses of litigation, HIPPA violations generally are not grounds for a lawsuit. However, you can file a complaint at no cost (see the above link for a complaint form and information on how to file a complaint). Best of luck!
NOTE: This response is general in nature and should not be considered legal advice. No attorney-client relationship exists or is formed by this response.
Answered on Jun 24th, 2013 at 4:00 PM