Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 1/01/2025
This Privacy Policy discloses the privacy practices for www.brandiscenter.com and applies solely to information collected by this website. It outlines the following:
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What personally identifiable information is collected, how it is used, and with whom it may be shared.
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Your choices regarding the use of your data.
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Security procedures to protect against the misuse of your information.
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How to correct inaccuracies in the information provided to us via the website.
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Information Collection, Use, and Sharing
We are the sole owners of the information collected on this site. Information is collected only when voluntarily provided via email or other direct contact from you. We do not sell or rent your information to anyone. All information provided is treated as confidential.
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How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Respond to your inquiries and requests.
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Fulfill services, such as connecting you with appropriate care.
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Contact you about new products, services, or changes to this policy unless you opt out.
We may also collect non-personal demographic information, such as:
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Age, gender, household income, race, religion.
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Browser type, IP address, and operating system.
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Why We Collect Data
We collect your data to:
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Understand and fulfill your needs.
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Improve our services and products.
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Send promotional emails (with your consent).
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Conduct surveys or other market research (with your consent).
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Customize our website based on your preferences.
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Data Retention
Data is retained no longer than necessary, based on:
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Relevance of personal information.
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Record-keeping obligations.
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Limitation periods for legal claims.
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Retention periods prescribed by law or regulators.
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Your Access to and Control Over Information
You may opt out of future contacts at any time by contacting us via the email or phone number provided on our website. You can:
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See what data we have about you.
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Correct any inaccuracies.
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Request deletion of your data.
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Express concerns about how your data is used.
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Security
We take precautions to protect your information both online and offline.
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Online Security
Sensitive information (e.g., insurance details) is encrypted and securely transmitted. Look for a closed lock icon in your browser or "https" in the website URL.
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Offline Security
Only employees who need the information to perform specific jobs (e.g., billing or admissions) have access to personally identifiable data. Data is stored on secure servers in a protected environment.
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Updates to This Privacy Policy
This policy may change over time, with updates posted on this page. If you believe we are not adhering to this policy, contact us immediately at (774) 241-0001 or via email.
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Privacy Practices
This section outlines how medical information about you may be used and disclosed, and your rights under Federal Law.
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Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Get a copy of your health and claims records.
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Correct inaccuracies in your records.
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Request confidential communication.
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Limit information sharing.
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Receive a list of entities with whom your information has been shared.
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Obtain a copy of this privacy notice.
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Choose someone to act for you.
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File a complaint if your privacy rights are violated.
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Your Choices
You can choose how we use and share your information, including:
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Sharing information with family or friends involved in your care.
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Sharing information during emergencies or disaster relief situations.
In specific cases, such as marketing or selling your information, we will seek written permission.
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Our Uses and Disclosures
We use your health information to:
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Provide and manage healthcare treatment.
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Run our organization.
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Pay for healthcare services.
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Administer treatment plans.
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Comply with legal and public health requirements.
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Conduct research.
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Address workers’ compensation and legal actions.
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Examples
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Treatment: Sharing information with your doctor for coordinated care.
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Operations: Using data to improve services and adjust treatment plans.
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Payment: Providing data to insurance providers for service payment.
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Your Rights Explained
Access to Records
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Request and receive a copy of your health and claims records within 30 days.
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We may charge a reasonable fee for additional copies.
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Correcting Records
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Request corrections to health and claims records.
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If denied, we will explain the reason in writing within 60 days.
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Confidential Communications
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Request specific communication methods or addresses.
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We will accommodate reasonable requests.
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Limitations on Sharing
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Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures.
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We are not obligated to comply if it affects your care.
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Accounting of Disclosures
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Request a list of entities with whom your data has been shared (excluding treatment, payment, or operations).
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One free accounting annually; additional requests may incur a fee.
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Complaints
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File complaints with us or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) without fear of retaliation.
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Changes to This Notice
We may update this notice, with changes applicable to all collected information. The revised notice will be available on our website and by request.
For more information, visit the HHS HIPAA website: https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/for-individuals/notice-privacy-practices/index.html.
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Contact Information:
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Phone: (774) 241-0001
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Website: www.brandiscenter.com