Privacy Policy
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At MedWest Connect (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of healthcare data. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you visit our website [Insert Website URL] and how our services comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Please review this policy to understand our practices.
1. No Collection of Website Visitor Data
We do not collect personal information from visitors to our website. This includes browsing data, cookies, or any other information that could be used to identify you. Our website is intended solely to provide information about our services.
2. Services and HIPAA Compliance
MedWest Connect provides software solutions to medical providers and insurance networks, enabling access to patient data at the time of the visit and assisting in the assimilation and communication of this data. All services we provide are conducted under a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) and are fully compliant with HIPAA regulations.
3. Protected Health Information (PHI)
As part of our services, we may have access to Protected Health Information (PHI). However, this information is only handled as required under the BAA with our clients. We do not use, disclose, or access PHI beyond what is necessary to provide our services.
4. Business Associate Agreement (BAA)
We enter into a BAA with all of our healthcare clients, as required by HIPAA. This agreement ensures that we maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of PHI that we may process, store, or transmit on behalf of our clients.
5. HIPAA Compliance
MedWest Connect follows all applicable HIPAA requirements to protect patient data, including:
Safeguards: We implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to ensure the confidentiality and security of PHI.
Use and Disclosure: PHI is only used or disclosed as allowed by the BAA and HIPAA, such as for healthcare operations or to facilitate patient care.
Breach Notification: In the event of a breach involving PHI, we will follow all applicable notification requirements under HIPAA.
6. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites for informational purposes. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before interacting with them.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect or handle personal information from minors.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, with the "Last updated" date revised accordingly. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically.