Privacy policy.

Privacy Policy for Elite Dermatology Physicians

Effective Date: September 1, 2024

At Elite Dermatology Physicians, accessible from www.elitedermatologyphysicians.com (the “Website”), we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our patients and visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information in compliance with applicable U.S. federal laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and Connecticut state regulations.

By using our Website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal and non-personal information about you when you interact with our Website, book appointments, or otherwise engage with our services. This information includes:

Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, date of birth, insurance details, and medical history, which you provide when filling out contact forms, scheduling appointments, or during office visits.
Health Information: Any medical or health information provided to us through the Website or during consultations will be treated as protected health information (PHI) under HIPAA.
Non-Personal Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing activity on the Website for analytics purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To Provide Medical Services: Your personal and health information will be used to schedule and manage appointments, deliver healthcare services, and communicate with you regarding your care.
To Comply with Legal Obligations: We may use and share your personal and health information to comply with federal and state laws, including HIPAA regulations.
For Marketing and Communications: With your explicit consent, we may send you emails regarding promotions, news, or updates from Elite Dermatology Physicians. You may opt out at any time.
To Improve Our Website: We use non-personal information to analyze how users interact with the Website, helping us improve its functionality and user experience.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We implement various administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal and health information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. These measures include:

Encryption: We use encryption technologies for data transmitted via the Website.
Access Controls: Only authorized personnel can access your personal and health information, and only for appropriate purposes.
Regular Audits: We regularly audit our data handling practices to ensure compliance with HIPAA and other applicable laws.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Your Consent: We may share your personal information with third-party service providers, such as labs, pharmacies, or insurance providers, to provide you with medical services.
For Legal Reasons: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a subpoena or to comply with HIPAA regulations.
To Business Associates: We may share information with trusted business associates who assist us in operating the Website or providing services, subject to confidentiality agreements and compliance with applicable laws.

5. Your Rights Regarding Your Information

Under HIPAA and Connecticut state law, you have certain rights regarding your personal and health information:

Right to Access: You can request a copy of your health records.
Right to Correct: You may request corrections to your personal or health information if you believe it is inaccurate or incomplete.
Right to Request Restrictions: You can ask us to limit how we use or disclose your information in certain circumstances.
Right to Confidential Communications: You may request that we communicate with you using a preferred method or at a specific location.
Right to Revoke Consent: You may withdraw your consent to share your information at any time, though this will not affect any prior use or sharing of your information.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and collect non-personal data. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect certain functionalities of the Website.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13 without the supervision and consent of a parent or guardian, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, along with the effective date of the changes. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal and health information, please contact us at:

Elite Dermatology Physicians
https://www.elitedermatologyphysicians.com/contact
203-842-2992
38 East Ave, New Canaan, CT 06840