Effective Date: 11/17/2024
Comanche Urgent Medical Clinic
400 N Rodeo Dr, Comanche, OK 73529
Phone: (580) 439-5848
Email: info@comancheumc.com
At Comanche Urgent Medical Clinic, we are committed to protecting the privacy of your health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your Protected Health Information (PHI) in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other applicable laws.
Information We Collect
We collect health-related information that is necessary to provide you with medical care. This may include, but is not limited to:
- Personal identifiers (name, date of birth, address, phone number, email)
- Medical history and treatment information
- Insurance information
How We Use and Disclose Your Information
Your PHI may be used or disclosed for the following purposes:
- Treatment: To provide, coordinate, or manage your healthcare and any related services.
- Payment: To obtain payment for healthcare services, including billing and claims management.
- Healthcare Operations: To conduct quality assessments, improve our services, train staff, and ensure the proper functioning of the clinic.
We may also share your information with other healthcare providers, health plans, or authorized entities for treatment, payment, or operational purposes.
Your Rights Regarding PHI
You have certain rights with respect to your PHI, including:
- Right to Access: You have the right to view or obtain a copy of your health information.
- Right to Amend: You have the right to request an amendment to your health information if you believe it is incorrect or incomplete.
- Right to Restrict: You can request restrictions on the use or disclosure of your information for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations.
- Right to Confidential Communications: You may request to receive communications by alternative means or at an alternative location.
- Right to Accounting of Disclosures: You have the right to receive an accounting of certain disclosures of your PHI.
How We Protect Your Information
We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your PHI from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Our staff is trained to handle your information confidentially, and we ensure that all information shared electronically is done through secure channels.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or share your personal information for marketing purposes. Your PHI will only be shared as necessary for treatment, payment, healthcare operations, or as required by law. We may be required to disclose your information to comply with legal requirements, such as reporting communicable diseases or responding to a court order.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on our website, and the effective date will be revised accordingly.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or believe your privacy rights have been violated, please contact us:
Comanche Urgent Medical Clinic
400 N Rodeo Dr, Comanche, OK 73529
Phone: (580) 439-5848
Email: info@comancheumc.com
We are committed to addressing your concerns promptly and ensuring the protection of your health information.