Privacy Policy
At Maia Plastic Surgery, we are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your health information is handled in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal health information (PHI), in compliance with HIPAA standards.
Data Collection
We collect personal health information (PHI) that you voluntarily provide when you seek medical services or communicate with us, such as your name, address, phone number, email address, medical history, and any other information necessary for your treatment. We may also collect non-health-related information, such as preferences for communication or marketing. This PHI could be collected from forms you fill out, online communications, appointments, and other interactions with our office.
Data Usage
The information we collect is used for the following purposes:
- To provide and manage your medical care and treatment
- To communicate with you about your treatment, appointments, and other health-related matters
- To send you health-related communications, including appointment reminders, treatment information, or updates related to your care
- To comply with HIPAA regulations and other legal requirements
We will never use, share, sell, or trade your PHI for marketing or promotional purposes without your explicit consent, as required by HIPAA.
Data Protection
We are committed to protecting your PHI from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We employ stringent technical and organizational measures, including encryption, secure storage, access control, and regular security assessments, to ensure that your personal health information is kept safe. All employees, contractors, and associates with access to your PHI are trained on privacy and security protocols and are bound by confidentiality agreements.
Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information
Under HIPAA, you have the following rights regarding your personal health information:
- Right to Access: You have the right to request a copy of your PHI.
- Right to Correct: You have the right to request corrections to any inaccuracies in your PHI.
- Right to Restrict Disclosure: You have the right to request restrictions on how your PHI is used or disclosed, except in emergency situations.
- Right to Receive a Copy of This Policy: You can request a copy of our Privacy Policy at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at the contact details below.
Opt-In and Opt-Out
You may receive communications from us regarding your treatment or services, but you have the option to opt-in or opt-out of non-essential communications, which may include promotional offers, newsletters, and other marketing-related messages. If you choose to opt-in for promotional messages, you may opt-out at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in the communication or by contacting us directly.
SMS Consent Assurance
We do not sell, share, or distribute your personal information or consent for SMS messaging to third parties for marketing purposes. Any SMS communications you receive from us will be directly related to your healthcare services, and you may opt-out of these messages at any time by following the instructions provided or by contacting us.
Contact Information
For inquiries about your privacy rights or to exercise any of your HIPAA rights, please contact us:
- Email: manager@maiaplasticsurgery.com
- Phone: 703-574-4500
- Mail: 8100 Boone Blvd, Suite 730, Tysons, VA 22182
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any significant updates will be communicated through our website or other methods, as required by HIPAA. Please review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your health information.
Accessibility
This privacy policy is available on our website and is provided in a clear and understandable manner. We are committed to ensuring that this policy is easily accessible and that you can understand how your personal health information is protected.
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