I have a 2 part question regarding Hipaa law. First, let me give you the necessary background information. My husband and I are separated (not legally) and we reside in California. We are both in law enforcement, my husband being a supervisor and me being line staff. My husband is in charge of dealing with employees regarding work related injuries.
I have a back injury and have been dealing with chronic pain, which has lead to depression. My husband moved out for that reason. I went to work to pick up my paycheck and found my husband's door closed. I had wanted to talk with him, so I listened at the door to see if he was in fact in his office or not (you can't see the lights under the door). I overheard my husband talking about my depression, the medications I was taking, etc.
First, is this a violation of Hipaa law, and second, who can I report this to, as he has apparently been discussing my depression and medications with quite a few people?