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HIPAA Complaint Process
The Privacy Office is responsible for the implementation and administration of an institutionally based complaint process in compliance with the rules and regulations of HIPAA. Patients may complain directly to the Penn State Privacy Office or to the Secretary of Health and Human Services if they believe their privacy rights have been violated.
To file a complaint with the Penn State Privacy Office, print and complete this "Health Information Privacy Complaint Form" and mail the completed form to:
Chief Privacy Officer
Penn State Privacy Office
227 West Beaver Avenue, Suite 103
State College, PA 16801
You may also file a complaint with the Penn State Privacy Office by calling 814-863-3049.