Privacy Policy for TJ Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery PLLC Practice
At TJ Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery PLLC, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our patients' personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information.
1. Information We Collect:
We collect various types of information from our patients, including but not limited to:
- Personal Information: Name, date of birth, contact information, insurance details, medical history, and any other information necessary for providing medical care.
- Health Information: Information related to your medical condition, treatments, prescriptions, and other health-related data.
- Payment Information: Billing and payment details necessary for processing payments and insurance claims.
2. How We Use Your Information:
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Providing medical care and treatment
- Processing payments and insurance claims
- Communicating with patients regarding appointments, follow-ups, and other healthcare-related matters.
- Conducting internal research and analysis to improve our services.
- Complying with legal and regulatory requirements.
3. SMS Consent:
By providing your mobile phone number and consenting to receive SMS communications from TJ Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery PLLC’s Practice, you agree to receive appointment reminders, follow-up instructions, and other healthcare-related information via text message.
3.1 SMS Consent Sharing with Third Parties:
We do not share your SMS consent information with third parties without your explicit consent, unless required by law or for purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.
4. Information Security:
We employ industry-standard security measures to safeguard your personal and health information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
5. Information Retention:
We retain your personal and health information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely dispose of it.
6. Your Rights:
You have the right to:
- Access and review your personal and health information.
- Request corrections to any inaccuracies in your information.
- Object to the processing of your information under certain circumstances.
- Request the deletion of your information, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy:
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for updates.
8. Contact Us:
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at .
By using our services and providing your information, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Effective Date: 3/26/2024
TJ Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery PLLC
