Company Commitment
HIPAA Statement & Company Commitment
Benevolent Home Health Care
Effective Date: September 14, 2025
HIPAA Statement (State of Michigan)
Benevolent Home Health Care complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and all applicable Michigan state privacy laws. This means:
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Patient health information (PHI) will only be used or disclosed for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations, unless the patient provides written authorization.
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Patients in Michigan have the right to access, inspect, and request copies of their medical records, as well as request corrections when needed.
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Information will not be shared with unauthorized individuals, employers, or outside organizations without proper consent or legal authority.
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We follow both federal HIPAA rules and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)regulations to ensure your privacy is fully protected.
Our Company Commitment
At Benevolent Home Health Care, we recognize that patient trust is the foundation of quality care. To honor that trust, we are committed to the following:
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Respect & Dignity – We treat all patient information with the same level of respect we would want for our own families.
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Confidentiality – Only authorized team members directly involved in your care will have access to your personal or medical information.
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Compliance – We strictly follow HIPAA, state laws, and professional ethical standards in every aspect of our services.
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Accountability – We continuously train our staff on privacy practices and hold them accountable for safeguarding patient information.
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Transparency – Patients will always be informed about their rights and how their information may be used.
Your privacy is not just a legal requirement — it is a core value at Benevolent Home Health Care.