Introduction

At Community Pain Management, located in El Centro, California, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our patients’ personal and health information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable California state laws.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, address, date of birth, Social Security number, and other identifiers.

• Health Information: Medical history, treatment plans, diagnostic results, and other health-related data.

• Payment Information: Insurance details, billing addresses, and payment history.

How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used for the following purposes:

• Treatment: To provide, coordinate, and manage your healthcare services.

• Payment: To obtain payment for services rendered, including billing and claims management.

• Healthcare Operations: To support business activities such as quality assessment, employee training, and compliance audits.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may disclose your information to third parties under the following circumstances:

• With Your Authorization: We will share your information as per your written consent.

• Without Your Authorization: As permitted or required by law, such as for public health reporting, legal proceedings, or law enforcement purposes.

• Business Associates: To third-party service providers who perform functions on our behalf, provided they agree to safeguard your information appropriately.