What is the name of document that informs patients on how health care providers use and disclose protected information their privacy rights?

The document that informs patients on how health care providers use and disclose protected information and their privacy rights is called the Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP). It is required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and must be provided to patients by covered entities, which include health care providers, health plans, and health care clearinghouses. The NPP must clearly explain how protected health information (PHI) is used and disclosed by the covered entity and what rights patients have regarding their PHI.