Privacy Statement for Purvanchal Netralaya & Retina Care Center Eye Care Hospital

At Purvanchal Netralaya & Retina Care Center, we are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal health information. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect various types of information, including:

• Personal Information: Name, contact details, date of birth, insurance information, and medical history.
• Health Information: Records related to your eye examinations, diagnoses, treatments, and medications.
• Financial Information: Payment details for services rendered.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used for the following purposes:

• Treatment: To provide you with medical care and manage your treatment.
• Billing: To process payments and manage insurance claims.
• Communication: To contact you regarding appointments, follow-ups, and important health information.
• Research and Improvement: To enhance our services and clinical practices while ensuring that all information is de-identified when used for research purposes.

3. Information Sharing

We may share your information with:

• Healthcare Providers: To facilitate your care and treatment.
• Insurance Companies: To verify coverage and process claims.
• Regulatory Authorities: As required by law or to comply with legal obligations.

We will not share your information with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

4. Data Security

We take the security of your information seriously. We implement a variety of technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Our staff is trained on the importance of confidentiality and privacy.

5. Your Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal health information, including:

• Access: You can request access to your health records.
• Correction: You may request corrections to your information if you believe it is inaccurate or incomplete.
• Confidentiality: You can ask for your information to be shared only with specific individuals or entities.

6. Changes to This Privacy Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement periodically. Any changes will be communicated to you through our website or during your visits. We encourage you to review this statement regularly.