Notice of Privacy Practices (HIPAA)

This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed, and how you can access this information.

Our Responsibilities

Restore Spine and Joint Center is required by law to protect the privacy of your health information and provide this notice describing our legal duties and privacy practices.
Uses and Disclosures of Health Information
Your medical information may be used for:
Treatment
Coordination of care between healthcare providers.
Payment
Billing insurance providers or other entities responsible for payment.
Healthcare Operations
Activities necessary to operate our practice, including quality improvement and administrative functions.
Other Uses
We may disclose medical information when required by law, including public health reporting, legal proceedings, or government requests.

Patient Rights

You have the right to:
Request access to your medical records
Request corrections to your health information
Request restrictions on certain disclosures
Request confidential communication methods
Receive a copy of this privacy notice

Complaints

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with our office or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Filing a complaint will not affect your care.