Who Will Follow This Notice
Nassau Bay Pediatrics, P.A. provides healthcare to our patients in partnership with physicians, staff, and affiliated organizations. This Notice of Privacy Practices applies to:
• Any healthcare professional involved in your care
• All employees, staff members, and volunteers
• Any business associates or partners with whom we share protected health information
Our Pledge to You
We understand that medical information about you is personal. We are committed to protecting your medical and billing information. We maintain records of the care and services you receive to provide quality care and to comply with legal requirements. This notice applies to all records of your care maintained by Nassau Bay Pediatrics, P.A.
We are required by law to:
• Maintain the privacy of your protected health information (PHI)
• Provide you with this notice of our legal duties and privacy practices
• Follow the terms of this notice currently in effect
Changes to This Notice
We reserve the right to change our privacy practices at any time. Any changes will apply to protected health information we already have, as well as information received in the future. When significant changes are made, the updated notice will be posted in our office and available upon request.
You may request a copy of the current Notice of Privacy Practices at any time. You will be offered a copy at your first visit and asked to acknowledge receipt in writing.
How We May Use and Disclose Your Protected Health Information
We may use and disclose medical and billing information about you for:
• Treatment – such as sharing information with specialists involved in your care
• Payment – such as submitting claims to your insurance provider
• Healthcare Operations – such as quality improvement activities
We may also use or disclose your protected health information without prior authorization for certain purposes, including public health reporting, abuse or neglect reporting, health oversight activities, research, organ donation, workers’ compensation, emergencies, or when required by law (such as valid court orders or law enforcement requests).
We may contact you for appointment reminders or to inform you of treatment options or health-related services.
We may disclose information to a family member or friend involved in your care, or to disaster relief organizations, to help locate or notify family members of your condition.This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed, and how you can access this information. Please review it carefully.
If you have any questions, please contact our Privacy Officer using the contact information listed at the end of this notice.
Other Uses of Medical Information
Any uses or disclosures not covered by this notice will require your written authorization. You may revoke authorization at any time by submitting a written request.
Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information
You have the right to:
• Request access to or copies of your medical records (fees may apply)
• Request corrections to your records if you believe information is inaccurate or incomplete
• Request an accounting of disclosures (certain limitations apply)
• Request a paper copy of this notice if received electronically
• Request confidential communication of your medical information
• Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures (approval not guaranteed)
All requests must be submitted in writing to our Privacy Officer.
Complaints
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated or disagree with a decision regarding your records, you may contact the following:
Daisy Martinez Privacy Officer Nassau Bay Pediatrics, P.A.
Phone: 281-212-2400
Lillie Rodriguez Privacy Officer Nassau Bay Pediatrics, P.A.
Phone: 281-212-2400
You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights.
Nassau Bay Pediatrics, P.A.
2640 E. League City Parkway, STE 114. League City, TX 77573
Phone: 281-212-2400 Fax:281-212-2499
Annette B. Ingraham, MD
Marissa S. Perona, MD