Privacy Notice
Bellaire Family Eye Care
Notice of Privacy Practices
Our office is required by law to maintain the privacy of your heath information and to provide you with this notice. It describes how your health information can be used and disclosed and how you can access this information.
We will only use and share your health information for the purpose of providing treatment for you and your family or obtaining payment. Your health information will not be used for any other purpose unless we have asked for and been given your written permission.
We promise to use your health information within our office to provide you with the best possible care. This may include office procedures designed to optimize the coordination of the care between the doctors, the technicians, and office staff. In addition, we may share information with referring physicians, pharmacies, and other health care professionals providing your treatment. We may share your information with a family member or friend who is involved in your medical care or payment for your care, provided that you agree to the disclosure, or we give you an opportunity to object to the disclosure.
Because we believe regular exams are crucial to maintaining the health of your eyes, we will send out reminders when its time to schedule an appointment. We may also contact you to follow up on your care and to inform you of new treatments or services that may be of interest to you and your family. These communications are an important part of our commitment to you and provide the best eye care possible.
Under the new HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) laws, patients have certain rights related to your health information. You have the right to restrict the uses and disclosure of your information. You have the right to request that we only communicate with you privately. You have the right to read, review, and copy your information. If you would like a copy of the right to complain to our office or to the Secretary of Health and Human Services, or if you believe your privacy have been compromised by this office, please express your request or concerns to us in writing.
Other than the procedures stated above, or where required by Federal, state, or local law, we will not disclose your health information without your written authorization. You may revoke that authorization in writing at any time.
Notice of Privacy Practices
Our office is required by law to maintain the privacy of your heath information and to provide you with this notice. It describes how your health information can be used and disclosed and how you can access this information.
We will only use and share your health information for the purpose of providing treatment for you and your family or obtaining payment. Your health information will not be used for any other purpose unless we have asked for and been given your written permission.
We promise to use your health information within our office to provide you with the best possible care. This may include office procedures designed to optimize the coordination of the care between the doctors, the technicians, and office staff. In addition, we may share information with referring physicians, pharmacies, and other health care professionals providing your treatment. We may share your information with a family member or friend who is involved in your medical care or payment for your care, provided that you agree to the disclosure, or we give you an opportunity to object to the disclosure.
Because we believe regular exams are crucial to maintaining the health of your eyes, we will send out reminders when its time to schedule an appointment. We may also contact you to follow up on your care and to inform you of new treatments or services that may be of interest to you and your family. These communications are an important part of our commitment to you and provide the best eye care possible.
Under the new HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) laws, patients have certain rights related to your health information. You have the right to restrict the uses and disclosure of your information. You have the right to request that we only communicate with you privately. You have the right to read, review, and copy your information. If you would like a copy of the right to complain to our office or to the Secretary of Health and Human Services, or if you believe your privacy have been compromised by this office, please express your request or concerns to us in writing.
Other than the procedures stated above, or where required by Federal, state, or local law, we will not disclose your health information without your written authorization. You may revoke that authorization in writing at any time.