Privacy Policy
We are committed to providing compassionate care and protecting the privacy of our patients. We may use and disclose your health information for purposes surrounding your treatment. However, we take careful precautions to maintain the privacy of your Protected Health Information (PHI) and prevent the unnecessary disclosure of your individually identifiable health information.
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We will request your permission before using your individual health-related information in marketing communications such as newsletters, our website, or other community outreach. You may also choose to opt out of any marketing solicitations by contacting us at (980) 263-9065.
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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requires that we have a full Notice of Privacy Practices available to patients. The Notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Sections include:
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Use and Disclosure of Health Information
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Authorization to Use or Disclose Health Information
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Patient Rights Regarding Health Information
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Duties of the Organization
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If you would like to read our full “Notice of Privacy Practices,” please call us at (980) 263-9065 to request a copy. If you have any questions or concerns about patient privacy and your rights under the federal privacy standards, please contact us at (980) 263-9065 or jwilliams@carolinahealthyheartsandminds.org.