
PATRIOT MEDICAL CLINIC
PRIVACY POLICY
Thank you for choosing Patriot Medical Clinic. We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the security of your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act). Please take a moment to review the following details.
1. Information We Collect:
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our clinic:
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Personal and Contact Information: Name, date of birth, address, phone number, email address, and emergency contact details.
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Medical Information: Health history, diagnoses, treatment plans, lab results, prescriptions, and other health-related records.
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Insurance and Payment Information: Health insurance details, billing information, and payment history.
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Communication Preferences: Preferences related to appointment reminders, text/email notifications, and patient portal communications.
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2. How We Use Your Information:
We use your information for the following purposes:
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Medical Care: To provide accurate diagnosis, treatment, follow-up care, and manage your health records.
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Patient Communication: To send appointment reminders, test results, health updates, and respond to inquiries.
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Billing and Insurance: To process claims, receive payments, and coordinate with insurance providers.
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Compliance and Legal Obligations: To comply with federal and state health regulations and reporting requirements.
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3. Data Security:
We implement industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These include encryption, access controls, secure networks, and regular audits.
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4. Third-Party Disclosures:
We do not sell or share your personal or health information with third parties for marketing purposes. We only disclose your information:
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To healthcare providers involved in your care.
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To insurance companies for billing and payment purposes.
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As required by law or regulatory authorities.
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5. Your Rights:
You have the right to:
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Access and request a copy of your medical records.
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Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete health information.
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Limit or restrict how your information is used or disclosed.
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Withdraw consent for communication preferences at any time.
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6. Updates to This Policy:
We may update this Privacy Policy as needed to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available at our clinic and on our website.
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7. Contact Us:
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your rights as a patient, please contact us:
Patriot Medical Clinic
5565 Woodbine Rd. Suite 3
Pace, Florida
Email: info@patriotmedclinic.net
Phone: 954-495-9833
By continuing to receive care at Patriot Medical Clinic, you acknowledge that you have reviewed and accepted this Privacy Policy.