Privacy Policy
At ApolloniaMed, located in Florida, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the confidentiality of your personal health information. This privacy policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information, in compliance with both federal and Florida state laws.
Information Collection and Use
ApolloniaMed does not directly collect personal information through our website. When you access our services, you will be redirected to our Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, CERBO, where your personal health information will be collected and stored. The information collected may include:
- Personal identifiers (name, date of birth, contact information)
- Medical history and current health conditions
- Treatment plans and medication information
- Insurance information (if applicable)
- Any other information relevant to your healthcare
This information is collected to provide you with the best possible care and to maintain accurate medical records.
Data Security
We implement stringent security measures to protect your personal health information:
- Industry-standard encryption protocols for data transmission
- Robust security measures in our EMR system, CERBO
- Restricted access to patient information for authorized personnel only
- Regular security audits to identify and address potential vulnerabilities
- Ongoing staff training on privacy and security practices
While we use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Data, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
Compliance with Federal and Florida Laws
We adhere to both federal (HIPAA) and Florida-specific laws regarding the protection of your health information:
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA)
- Florida Health Care Clinic Act
- Florida Patient's Bill of Rights and Responsibilities
Your Rights
Under federal and Florida laws, you have certain rights regarding your personal health information:
1. Right to Access and Obtain Copies: You can request to see or get an electronic or paper copy of your medical record and other health information we have about you.
2. Right to Amend: You can ask us to correct health information about you that you think is incorrect or incomplete.
3. Right to an Accounting of Disclosures: You can ask for a list of the times we've shared your health information for six years prior to the date you ask, who we shared it with, and why.
4. Right to Request Restrictions: You can ask us not to use or share certain health information for treatment, payment, or our operations.
5. Right to Request Confidential Communications: You can ask us to contact you in a specific way or to send mail to a different address.
6. Right to a Paper Copy of This Notice: You can ask for a paper copy of this notice at any time.
7. Right to Be Notified of a Breach: You have the right to be notified if there is a breach of your unsecured protected health information.
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal identification information. We may share your personal health information in limited circumstances, such as:
- For treatment purposes
- For payment purposes
- For healthcare operations
- When required by law or for public health activities
- In response to a court or administrative order, subpoena, or other lawful process
- To avert a serious threat to health or safety
We always limit the information shared to the minimum necessary to accomplish the intended purpose.
Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies
While our website does not directly collect information, we may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These technologies do not capture personal health information.
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Breach Notification
In the event of a breach of unsecured protected health information, we will notify you as required by both federal and Florida law. We will provide this notification by first-class mail or email (if you have indicated a preference to receive information by email).
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, or if you wish to exercise any of your rights regarding your personal health information, please contact us at:
Effective Date
This Privacy Policy is effective as of [Insert Date].