Privacy Policy
At CARDIS (Cardiac Diagnostics & Imaging Solutions), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal and medical information is kept confidential. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other applicable privacy laws.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of personal and medical information to provide you with healthcare services:
- Personal Information: Name, contact details (email, phone number, address), date of birth, and insurance information.
- Medical Information: Medical history, diagnoses, prescriptions, lab results, treatment plans, and other health-related data.
- Payment Information: Credit card details or insurance billing information for services rendered.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To provide healthcare services and treatment.
- To communicate with you regarding appointments, test results, and follow-up care.
- To process insurance claims and other billing-related matters.
- To maintain accurate medical records and comply with legal requirements.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal or medical information to third parties. However, we may share your information under the following circumstances:
- Healthcare Providers: We may share your medical records with your healthcare providers as part of the coordination of your care.
- Health Insurance Companies: We may share your information with health insurers for the purpose of billing and claims processing.
- Business Associates: We may share your information with third-party vendors that assist us in providing services, such as billing companies, email providers, or other healthcare services. These third parties are required to comply with HIPAA and other privacy regulations.
Legal and Regulatory Compliance: We may disclose your information when required by law or in response to a valid subpoena, court order, or government investigation.
4. HIPAA Compliance
We are fully committed to complying with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). As part of our HIPAA compliance:
- Patient Rights: You have the right to access your medical records, request corrections, and obtain a copy of this Privacy Policy. You can also request an accounting of disclosures of your information.
- Privacy and Security Measures: We implement appropriate physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your medical records and personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
HIPAA Training: Our staff undergoes regular training on privacy and security procedures to ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
5. Data Security
We are fully committed to complying with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). As part of our HIPAA compliance:
- Patient Rights: You have the right to access your medical records, request corrections, and obtain a copy of this Privacy Policy. You can also request an accounting of disclosures of your information.
- Privacy and Security Measures: We implement appropriate physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your medical records and personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
HIPAA Training: Our staff undergoes regular training on privacy and security procedures to ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
6. Your Rights Under HIPAA
Under HIPAA, you have the following rights regarding your medical records:
- Right to Access: You can request a copy of your medical records.
- Right to Amend: You can request corrections to your medical records if you believe there is an error.
- Right to Request Restrictions: You can request limits on how we use or disclose your information.
Right to Confidential Communications: You can request that we communicate with you in a specific manner (e.g., via a specific phone number or email).
7. Data Retention
We will retain your personal and medical records for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. After this period, we will securely dispose of your information.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not covered by this Privacy Policy. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites before sharing your personal information.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or regulatory requirements. When we make changes, we will update this document. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you would like to exercise your rights under HIPAA, please contact us:
CARDIS (Cardiac Diagnostics & Imaging Solutions)
1965 Britannia Rd W Unit # 5, 6 & 7
Mississauga, ON L5M 4Y4
Phone: +1 833-727-0600
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.cardis.ca
