Privacy Notice

 

EXAMPLES OF USES OF MEDICAL INFORMATION FOR TREATMENT, PAYMENT, AND HEALTH CARE OPERATIONS

We will use your medical information for treatment

For example: Each time you visit the health center or an Elder Service Plan PACE Day Health Center a record is made of the symptoms, examination and test results, diagnoses, treatment, and a plan for future care or treatment. All of the health care providers at East Boston Neighborhood Health Center who take care of you are allowed to look at this information every time you return to the clinic for a visit or service.

We will use your medical information for payment

For example: When a bill is sent to an insurance company charging them for a visit, it usually includes your name, other identifying information such as your date of birth and address, and information about the reason for your visit, the treatment given, and any supplies used.

We will use your medical information for regular health care operations

For example: The health center contracts with financial companies to audit the billing and payment processes. As part of auditing the billing and payment processes, the contractors may need to review medical information related to the bill they are auditing. In all situations where a contractor or business associate receives access to protected health information, the health center requires the contracted person or company to protect the privacy of the medical information received. The health center may contact you to provide appointment reminders or information about health-related benefits or services that may be of interest to you.