Notice of Privacy Practices
Altamonte Medical Associates, P.A.
This Notice of Privacy Practices describes how your medical information may be used and disclosed and how you can access this information. At Altamonte Medical Associates, P.A., we are committed to delivering personalized, physician-led care with the highest standards of privacy and discretion.
Uses and Disclosures of Your Information
Treatment: We use your health information to provide comprehensive medical care. This includes coordination between providers, specialists, laboratories, and imaging facilities. In our concierge-style model, this may also include enhanced communication such as direct physician access, extended visits, and personalized care planning.
Payment: We may use your information to obtain payment for services rendered. This includes billing insurance carriers when applicable, as well as processing direct patient payments for fee-for-service or concierge care arrangements.
Healthcare Operations: We use your information to operate and improve our practice. This includes quality assessment, care coordination, staff training, compliance, and administrative activities designed to enhance your experience and outcomes.
Telehealth Services
We may provide care via telehealth platforms, including video visits, secure messaging, and remote monitoring. These services are conducted using secure, HIPAA-compliant technologies whenever possible. By participating in telehealth, you acknowledge that there are inherent privacy risks despite reasonable safeguards, and you consent to these services as part of your care.
Other Permitted Uses
We may disclose your information when required by law, for public health reporting, to prevent serious threats to health or safety, or for healthcare oversight activities.
Your Rights
- Access and obtain a copy of your medical records
- Request corrections or amendments to your information
- Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures
- Request confidential communication methods
- Receive a list of disclosures of your information
- Obtain a paper or electronic copy of this notice
Concierge Care and Communication
As part of our enhanced care model, you may communicate with your physician via phone, text, email, or other electronic methods. While we take reasonable steps to protect your privacy, you acknowledge that certain communication methods may carry additional risks.
Our Responsibilities
- Maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information
- Provide you with this notice of our legal duties and privacy practices
- Notify you following a breach of unsecured protected health information
- Abide by the terms of this notice
We reserve the right to revise this notice at any time. Updated versions will be available upon request and on our website.
Contact Information
Altamonte Medical Associates, P.A.
If you have questions, concerns, or wish to file a complaint, please contact our office directly. You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services without fear of retaliation.
Effective Date: April 18, 2026