At Med Cure Clinic, we are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services to our patients. Our team of experienced healthcare professionals is committed to delivering personalized care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. We prioritize patient safety, confidentiality, and well-being. Your health is our top priority, and we strive to ensure that you receive the highest quality of care. Rest assured that at Med Cure Clinic, your information is protected in accordance with HIPAA laws to maintain your privacy and confidentiality.  

HIPAA Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 10/01/2021

At MedCure Clinics, your privacy is a top priority. We are committed to protecting your personal health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and all applicable federal and state privacy laws.

Your Protected Health Information (PHI)

“Protected Health Information” (PHI) refers to any information about your health, healthcare services, or payment for healthcare that can identify you. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical history, diagnoses, and treatment plans

• Test results and imaging

• Insurance and billing information

• Demographic details such as name, address, and date of birth

How We May Use and Disclose Your Information

We may use and share your PHI for the following purposes without requiring additional authorization:

1. Treatment – To provide you with medical care, coordinate with other healthcare providers, and manage your care.

2. Payment – To bill insurance companies, process claims, and obtain payment for services rendered.

3. Healthcare Operations – To improve clinic operations, evaluate provider performance, conduct audits, and train staff.

4. Legal Requirements – When required by law, such as public health reporting, law enforcement, or responding to court orders.

5. Health and Safety – To prevent serious threats to your health or the safety of others.

Any other use or disclosure of your PHI will only be made with your written authorization, which you may revoke at any time.

Your Rights Regarding Your PHI

You have the following rights under HIPAA:

• Right to Access – Request copies of your medical records.

• Right to Amend – Request corrections to your records if you believe they are inaccurate.

• Right to an Accounting – Receive a record of certain disclosures of your PHI.

• Right to Request Restrictions – Ask us to limit the use or disclosure of your PHI.

• Right to Confidential Communications – Request communications through specific methods (e.g., mail only, no voicemail).

• Right to File a Complaint – File a complaint with us or directly with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.

Safeguarding Your Information

We use a combination of administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your PHI from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Only authorized staff and providers are permitted to access your information for legitimate healthcare purposes.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on our website with the revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your rights, or wish to exercise them, please contact:

MedCure Clinics – Privacy Officer
📍 6237 HWY 6 S, Houston, Texas 77083
📞 8324002048
📧 medcureclinc20@gmail.com