What is the primary purpose of a Notice of Privacy Practices (NoPP)?

The primary purpose of a Notice of Privacy Practices (NoPP) is to inform patients about how their protected health information (PHI) is used and disclosed. Under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), healthcare providers, including pharmacies, are required to provide this notice to ensure that individuals understand their rights regarding their medical information. The NoPP outlines the various ways in which a patient's information may be utilized within the healthcare system, such as for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations, while also informing them of their rights to privacy and confidentiality.

Other options may touch upon important aspects of patient-provider interactions, but they do not align with the primary focus of the NoPP. For instance, while informing patients about treatment options is crucial for patient autonomy, it is not the function of the NoPP. Similarly, detailing financial policies or explaining the complaint filing process are important administrative components but are outside the scope of the privacy practices that the NoPP specifically addresses.