Our practice respects your right to privacy. It is important that you understand the purpose for which your personal and health information is collected, as well as how this information is used and to whom this information might be disclosed.
The policy of our practice is to follow these procedures:
- 1. The information collected will be used for the purpose of providing treatment to you. Personal information such as your name, address and health insurance details will be used for the purpose of addressing account to you, as well as processing payments and writing to you about issues affecting your treatment.
- 2. We may disclose your health information to other healthcare professionals and hospitals, or request it from them if it is necessary in the context of your treatment. Disclosure of your personal details will be minimised to relevant information.
- 3. Information may be disclosed to and requested from other people or organisations in order to finalise accounts in a timely manner.
- 4. Your assistance is requested by providing updated personal and health information at subsequent visits, particularly regarding changes to your health and medications. When additional information is provided we will keep your records up-to date, accurate and complete.
- 5. Your medical history, treatment records, radiographs and any other material relevant to your treatment will be retained in a secure manner. When no longer required, information may be destroyed in accordance with government regulations.
- 6. You may inspect or request copies of your records at any time or seek an explanation. Fees may apply in relation to the type of access you seek.
- 7. If any of the information we have about you is inaccurate, you may ask us to alter our records accordingly
Your personal and health information will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. Disclosure will not be made to any person that is not involved in either your treatment or the administration of this practice without your prior written consent. If you have any questions or concerns about our handling of your health information, please do not hesitate to discuss these issues with our practice staff.
If the patient is under 18 years of age, a parent or guardian must sign and provide a daytime contact number.
