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Office of Mental Health

OMH Privacy Policy Manual

Privacy Policy Disclaimer

The Office of Mental Health (OMH) Privacy Policy has been prepared strictly for use by employees and other workforce members of OMH. It is not intended to serve as legal advice to anyone outside of this Office.

This document (including its forms and appendices) can be made freely available to any interested party; however, reproduction for any commercial purpose is strictly prohibited. While this document can be utilized for general education and guidance, any covered entity seeking to develop a HIPAA compliance strategy and documents should consult its own attorney for specific legal advice concerning its HIPAA compliance.

This notice must accompany this document whenever it is shared outside of the Office of Mental Health.

Privacy Policy Documents

OMH Privacy Policy Manual

Appendix 1: Status of OMH as Covered Entity

Appendix 3: Authorization for Release of Health Information

Appendix 4: OMH-446 Authorization for Patient Photograph

Appendix 5: OMH-445 Authorization for Patient Interview

Appendix 6: Notice of Privacy Practices - Standard

Appendix 7: Business Associate Agreement Terms - Contracts

Appendix 8: Business Associate Agreement

Appendix 9: Business Associate Agreement