Privacy Policy for Corpus Family Practice
Last Updated: January 10, 2025
Introduction
Corpus Family Practice (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our patients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.corpusfp.us or receive healthcare services at our practice.
Information We Collect
Healthcare Information
We collect personal and medical information necessary to provide healthcare services, including:
- – Personal identifiers (name, date of birth, Social Security number)
- – Contact information (address, phone number, email)
- – Medical history and conditions
- – Insurance and payment information
- – Treatment records and progress notes
- – Diagnostic test results
- – Medications and prescriptions
- – Family medical history
Website Information
- – IP address
- – Browser type
- – Device information
- – Pages visited
- – Time spent on pages
- – Referral source
Why We Collect This Information
We collect and use your information to:
- – Provide high-quality medical care
- – Maintain accurate medical records
- – Process insurance claims and payments
- – Schedule and confirm appointments
- – Send preventive care reminders
- – Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
- – Improve our services and patient experience
- – Analyze website performance and usage
How We Protect Your Information
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:
- – Encrypted electronic health records
- – Secured servers and networks
- – Limited staff access to medical records
- – Regular security training for employees
- – Physical security measures in our facilities
- – Regular security assessments and updates
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information with:
- – Other healthcare providers involved in your care
- – Insurance companies for billing purposes
- – Public health authorities as required by law
- – Law enforcement with valid court orders
- – Business associates who help us operate (with appropriate agreements)
Consumer information is not shared with third-parties for marketing purposes.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- – Access your medical records
- – Request corrections to your information
- – Receive an accounting of disclosures
- – Request restrictions on information sharing
- – Receive confidential communications
- – File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify patients of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and in our office.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your privacy rights, please contact our Privacy Officer at:
Corpus Family Practice
2202 Morgan Ave
Corpus Christi, TX
Phone: (361) 884-3966
Email: info@corpusfp.us
Effective Date
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 10, 2025.