Patient Confidentiality Agreement
Effective Date: August 1, 2025
At iBOCC Care, we prioritize the privacy and confidentiality of our patients’ personal and medical information. This Patient Confidentiality Agreement outlines how we handle and protect the confidentiality of patient data in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
By accessing our services or providing your personal information to iBOCC Care, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this agreement.
1. Purpose of This Agreement
This agreement is designed to ensure that your personal and medical information, including any information shared with iBOCC Care through consultations, diagnostic procedures, or other interactions, is kept confidential and protected from unauthorized disclosure.
2. Types of Information We Protect
iBOCC Care protects a variety of patient information, including but not limited to:
- Personal Information: Name, contact details, date of birth, gender, and other personally identifiable details.
- Medical History: Diagnosis, treatment plans, test results, and other health-related information.
- Payment Information: Billing details and payment history for medical services provided.
Communication Records: Any communication between the patient and iBOCC Care, including emails, phone calls, and teleconsultation records.
3. How We Protect Your Information
We implement strict measures to safeguard your personal and medical information, including:
- Encryption: Sensitive data transmitted over the website or through online services is encrypted to prevent unauthorized access.
- Access Control: Only authorized personnel within iBOCC Care have access to your medical information, ensuring it is handled securely.
- Data Security: We store your information in secure databases, and we regularly review our security measures to ensure your data remains protected.
4. Disclosure of Your Information
iBOCC Care will only disclose your information under the following circumstances:
- With Your Consent: We may share your information with your written consent, such as with other healthcare providers involved in your care.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information when required by law, such as in response to a subpoena or legal process, or when necessary to protect the rights, property, and safety of iBOCC Care, our patients, or others.
- Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party vendors who assist with providing our services, such as payment processing or IT support. These vendors are required to maintain confidentiality and adhere to privacy standards.
5. Rights of Patients
As a patient of iBOCC Care, you have the following rights regarding your personal and medical information:
- Access and Correction: You have the right to access your medical records and request corrections if any information is inaccurate or incomplete.
- Withdrawal of Consent: You may withdraw consent for us to share your personal information with third parties at any time, except where we are required to do so by law.
- Confidentiality Requests: You have the right to request that certain information be kept confidential, such as specific medical details, as long as this does not interfere with your care.
6. Duration of Confidentiality
Your medical and personal information will remain confidential indefinitely, even after your treatment or services at iBOCC Care have concluded. We will retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this agreement or as required by law.
7. Changes to This Agreement
iBOCC Care reserves the right to modify or update this Patient Confidentiality Agreement at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, with the updated effective date. We encourage you to review this agreement periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Patient Confidentiality Agreement or how we handle your personal and medical information, please contact us:
- Email: [Insert Email Address]
- Phone: [Insert Phone Number]
- Address: [Insert Clinic Address]
By using iBOCC Care’s services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Patient Confidentiality Agreement.
