THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW MEDICAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN GET ACCESS TO THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW IT CAREFULLY.
Our commitment to your privacy
Rheumatology and Endocrinology Specialists of the Palm Beaches is required by law to maintain the privacy of your protected health information (PHI), to provide you with this Notice of our legal duties and privacy practices, and to follow the terms of the Notice currently in effect.
How we may use and disclose your health information
We may use and disclose your health information for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations without your written authorization. Examples include sharing information with consulting physicians, submitting claims to your insurance, and conducting quality improvement activities.
Other uses requiring your authorization
Most uses and disclosures of psychotherapy notes, marketing communications, and the sale of your health information require your written authorization. You may revoke any authorization in writing at any time.
Your rights regarding your health information
- Right to inspect and copy your medical records
- Right to request amendments to your records
- Right to an accounting of disclosures
- Right to request restrictions on certain uses and disclosures
- Right to confidential communications
- Right to a paper copy of this Notice
Complaints
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with our practice or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. You will not be retaliated against for filing a complaint. Contact our Privacy Officer at hello@barronmd360.com or (561) 932-1212.