How can patients exercise their rights regarding their health information?

Patients can exercise their rights regarding their health information by submitting requests to access and amend their Protected Health Information (PHI). Under HIPAA, individuals have specific rights to obtain copies of their health records, request changes to their health information if they believe it is inaccurate or incomplete, and receive an accounting of disclosures of their health information. This process ensures that patients maintain control over their personal health information and can correct any discrepancies that may affect their care or understanding of their medical history. Engaging directly with the healthcare provider or the organization that holds their records is essential to initiate these requests, which reinforces the importance of a proactive approach to managing one's health information.