Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy – Rosas Medical Center
Welcome to the Privacy Policy page of Rosas Medical Center. This document outlines our practices regarding the handling of your Protected Health Information (PHI), in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). Our commitment is to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and security of your medical information. Please review this document carefully to understand how we protect your privacy and your rights.
I-Use and Disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI)
Medical Treatment:
We use your PHI to coordinate and manage your healthcare. This may involve sharing information with other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.
Billing and Payment:
Your information may be used to manage administrative processes such as prior authorizations, billing for services, and processing payments from insurance or personal pay.
Healthcare Operations (TPO):
We may use or disclose your PHI for internal operational activities, including quality assessments, employee training, audits, and appointment reminders.
II-Other Permitted Uses and Disclosures
Legal Requirements:
We may disclose your PHI without prior authorization when required by law, such as in cases of public health reporting, communicable disease control, abuse or neglect, legal proceedings, or compliance with court orders.
Research and Specific Situations:
In certain situations, your PHI may be used for medical research, national security purposes, criminal investigations, workers’ compensation claims, and other lawful scenarios.
HIPAA-Mandated Disclosures:
Some disclosures are mandated by HIPAA regulations and will be carried out in accordance with federal guidelines.
III. Your Rights Regarding PHI
Right to Access and Copy:
You have the right to review and request a copy of your medical information, except in specific cases as defined by law.
Right to Request Restrictions:
You may request limitations on how your PHI is used or disclosed. However, such requests are subject to medical review and may be denied if they affect your care.
Confidential Communications:
You have the right to receive confidential communications through alternative means or at specific locations, as reasonably requested.
Right to Request Amendments:
You may request corrections to your medical records if you believe the information is inaccurate or incomplete.
IV-Changes to the Privacy Policy
Rosas Medical Center reserves the right to change the terms of this policy at any time. In the event of significant updates, we will notify you as required by law.
V-Complaint Process
Complaints to Rosas Medical Center:
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us without fear of retaliation.
VI-Complaints to the Department of Health and Human Services:
You also have the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services if you believe we have failed to comply with privacy laws.
Contact for More Information
Privacy Officer – Rosas Medical Center
Address: 2822 N University Dr, Sunrise, FL 33322
Phone: (754) 223-2321
Effective Date: 05/22/2025