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What are my legal options if I have heard an employee of my physician's office publicly disclose my health information?

I was at a public event an dheard this person telling someone details about my personal medical information

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I am not licensed to practice law in your state.

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This appears to be a HIPAA violation. Unfortunately, there is no right under that law for you to sue for damages. You should complain to the physician in writing.

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