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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 7, 2025

NJ Primary and Sports Medicine ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website njprimaryandsportsmed.com and when you receive medical services at our practice.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

Protected Health Information (PHI)

As a healthcare provider, we collect and maintain protected health information as described in our Notice of Privacy Practices, which is provided to all patients and complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This includes:

Personal identification information (name, address, date of birth, etc.)
Medical history and current health information
Treatment and diagnosis records
Insurance and billing information
Prescription and medication information

Website Information

When you visit our website, we may collect:

Contact information you provide through forms (name, email, phone number)
Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information)
Usage data (pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns)
Cookies and tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To provide, maintain, and improve our medical services
To communicate with you about appointments, treatments, and health information
To process insurance claims and billing
To respond to your inquiries and requests
To comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
To improve our website functionality and user experience
To send appointment reminders and health-related communications
To maintain the security and integrity of our systems

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Healthcare Operations: With other healthcare providers involved in your care
Insurance and Billing: With insurance companies and billing services
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or legal process
Business Associates: With third-party vendors who assist in our operations (all bound by confidentiality agreements)
Emergency Situations: To prevent serious harm to you or others
With Your Consent: When you authorize us to share information with specific parties

We do not sell your personal or health information to third parties.

Questions About This Policy?

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

NJ Primary and Sports Medicine

145 NJ-34, Matawan, NJ 07747

(908) 864-0432

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal and health information, including:

Encrypted data transmission and storage
Secure access controls and authentication
Regular security assessments and updates
Staff training on privacy and security practices
HIPAA-compliant policies and procedures

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but continuously work to maintain the highest standards of data protection.

5. Your Privacy Rights

Under HIPAA and applicable state laws, you have the following rights regarding your health information:

Right to Access: Request copies of your medical records
Right to Amend: Request corrections to your health information
Right to Accounting: Request a list of disclosures of your information
Right to Restrict: Request limitations on how we use or share your information
Right to Confidential Communications: Request communications through alternative means
Right to Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact our office at (908) 864-0432.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. These technologies help us:

Remember your preferences and settings
Understand how visitors use our website
Improve website performance and functionality
Provide personalized content

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Children's Privacy

We provide medical services to patients of all ages, including minors. When treating minors, we comply with all applicable laws regarding parental consent and the privacy rights of minors. Our website is not specifically designed for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through our website without parental consent.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

This Privacy Policy supplements our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which provides detailed information about how we use and disclose your protected health information. You will receive a copy of our Notice of Privacy Practices at your first visit, and it is available upon request at any time.

Your Consent

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.