ZenLife MD Notice of Privacy Practices In Tampa, FL and NYC
Notice of Privacy Practices
Effective Date: August 1, 2005
📍 Who This Notice Applies To
This privacy notice outlines how ZenLife MD and all associated staff members may use, disclose, and safeguard your Protected Health Information (PHI) in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
🔐 Our Commitment to Protecting Your Privacy
At ZenLife MD, we understand your medical information is deeply personal. We are committed to:
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Protecting your health data
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Providing transparency in how it’s used
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Ensuring your rights are respected at every step of your care
🔄 How Your Medical Information May Be Used
1. For Treatment, Payment, and Healthcare Operations (TPO)
By receiving services from ZenLife MD, you consent to the use of your information for:
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Treatment – sharing data with specialists for your care
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Payment – submitting info to insurance providers
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Operations – evaluating and improving our care services
✅ Example: We may share your information with an outside specialist or to submit a claim to your insurance provider.
2. Appointment Reminders & Health-Related Services
We may use your contact information to remind you of appointments or inform you about services that may benefit your health.
3. Sharing with Family or Others Involved in Your Care
We may share your medical information with individuals you’ve identified as involved in your care or during emergency situations, in your best interest.
4. Emergency or Disaster Situations
Your PHI may be shared to coordinate care or locate you in case of a disaster or emergency situation.
⚖️ Disclosures Required or Permitted by Law
We may use or disclose your PHI without your authorization in certain circumstances:
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Public health and safety (e.g., disease prevention)
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Health oversight (e.g., audits, investigations)
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FDA reporting
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Legal proceedings (e.g., subpoenas, court orders)
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Law enforcement requests
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Victims of abuse or neglect
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Organ donation or funeral arrangements
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Workers’ compensation claims
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Military, national security, or presidential protection purposes
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Approved research with safeguards
🔄 Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information
📁 Right to Inspect & Copy
You may request access to your medical records. A reasonable fee may apply for copies.
✏️ Right to Request Amendments
If you believe your health records are incorrect, you can request an amendment.
🚫 Right to Restrict Use
You may ask us to restrict certain uses or disclosures. While we are not required to agree, we will honor reasonable requests.
🔒 Right to Confidential Communication
Request to receive communications via alternative methods or locations (e.g., work or PO box).
🧾 Right to an Accounting of Disclosures
You can ask for a report showing when and why your PHI was disclosed (excluding TPO purposes).
📜 Right to a Paper Copy of This Notice
Available upon request at our office or on our website.
🔄 Changes to This Privacy Notice
We reserve the right to revise this notice at any time. Updated versions will be posted on our website:
❗ Complaints or Concerns
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint:
📍 ZenLife MD
2984 Allegra Way, Lutz, FL 33559
📞 (813) 510-6090
Or contact the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.
✍️ Other Uses of Your Health Information
Any use or disclosure not covered by this Notice will require your written authorization. You may revoke this authorization at any time by submitting a written request.
📞 Contact Us
If you have questions or would like more information, please contact:
Office Manager
📍 ZenLife MD
📞 (813) 510-6090
📫 2984 Allegra Way, Lutz, FL 33559
🌐 https://www.zenlifemd.com