Effective Date: 11th Dec, 2024

Last Updated: 11th Dec, 2024

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At Arkansas Medical Weight Loss, your privacy is our priority. This policy explains how we protect your health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

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How We Use Your Information

Your Protected Health Information (PHI) may be used for:

• Treatment: To provide, coordinate, or manage your healthcare.

• Payment: To process billing and payments with you, your insurance, or third parties.

• Healthcare Operations: To ensure quality care through staff training and business operations.

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Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access Your Records: Request and review your health records.

• Request Restrictions: Ask for limitations on how your PHI is used or shared.

• Confidential Communications: Specify how we contact you (e.g., by email or phone).

• Amend Records: Request corrections to your health information.

• Disclosure Reports: Receive a list of times your PHI was shared for non-treatment purposes.

• File Complaints: Report privacy concerns without fear of retaliation.

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Our Responsibilities

We are required by law to:

• Keep your PHI private and secure.

• Inform you promptly of any breach affecting your PHI.

• Follow all HIPAA regulations and this Privacy Policy.

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How to Contact Us

For questions or concerns about your privacy, please contact us:

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Arkansas Medical Weight Loss

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3017 South 70th Street st suite I

Fort Smith, Arkansas 72903

 

479-551-2800

receptionist@arkansasmedicalweight-loss.com

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If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you can also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.

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Policy Updates

 

We may update this policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted here and available in our office.

 

Acknowledgment

 

By using our website or services, you confirm that you have reviewed and agree to this Privacy Policy.

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