Notice of Privacy Practices and HIPAA Compliance
Read the Metropolitan CRC notice about protected health information and privacy practices.
Metropolitan CRC
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
Metropolitan CRC is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your protected health information (PHI). This Notice of Privacy Practices explains how health information about you may be used and disclosed, and how you can access this information.
We are required by law to maintain the privacy of your PHI, provide you with this notice, and follow the terms described here in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
How We May Use and Disclose Your Health Information
Treatment
We may use your health information to provide care and services, including sharing information with providers, laboratories, pharmacies, specialists, and other healthcare professionals involved in your care.
Payment
We may use and disclose your health information to bill and collect payment from Medicare, Medicaid, health plans, or other insurance providers.
Healthcare Operations
We may use your health information to operate our practice, improve quality of care, train staff, conduct audits, and ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
Other Permitted Uses and Disclosures
- Public health reporting
- Health oversight activities
- Legal proceedings or law enforcement requests
- Workers’ compensation claims, when applicable
- Preventing serious threats to health or safety
Any use or disclosure not described above will require your written authorization unless otherwise permitted by law.
Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information
- Access your records
- Request corrections to inaccurate information
- Request confidential communications
- Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures
- Receive an accounting of disclosures
- Request a copy of this notice
We will notify you if a breach occurs that may compromise the privacy or security of your protected health information, as required by law.
Website and Digital Security
Our website and online systems may collect limited personal information when you submit forms or request appointments. We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect this information.
Changes to This Notice
We reserve the right to change this Notice of Privacy Practices at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page.
Questions or Complaints
If you have questions or believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may contact us. You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Filing a complaint will not affect your care.
6510 N University Dr
Tamarac, FL 33321
Phone: (954) 569-6820
Email: call (954) 569-6820
Disclaimer
This notice describes general privacy practices and does not replace professional advice or create a patient-provider contract.