Privacy Policy
Atlantic Pediatric Clinic Effective Date: [8/15/2025]
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Your child’s privacy and the protection of their medical information are very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard health information in accordance with federal and state laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Information We Collect
When your child receives care at our clinic, we may collect the following types of information: Medical history, symptoms, diagnoses, and treatment plans, Immunization records and laboratory results, Insurance and billing information, Parent/guardian contact details, Developmental and behavioral health information.
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How We Use Your Child’s Information
We may use and share health information for the following purposes: Treatment – To provide quality medical care, coordinate with specialists, and ensure continuity of care. Payment – To bill for services, process insurance claims, and manage accounts. Healthcare Operations – To evaluate clinic performance, improve quality, train staff, and maintain compliance. Legal Requirements – To report child abuse/neglect, public health concerns, or as required by law.
Your Privacy Rights
As a parent or legal guardian, you have the right to: Access and request a copy of your child’s medical records, Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete records, Request restrictions on how we use or share information (though we may not always be able to comply). Request confidential communications (e.g., contact by phone instead of mail). Receive a list of certain disclosures of your child’s health information. File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.
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How We Protect Your Child’s Information
We take privacy seriously. To protect health information, we use: Secure electronic health record (EHR) systems, password-protected computers and encrypted data storage, restricted staff access based on job roles, physical safeguards for paper records, ongoing staff training on patient privacy and HIPAA compliance.
Sharing Information
We do not sell or share your child’s personal health information for marketing purposes. We may share information only with: Specialists or hospitals involved in your child’s care, insurance companies for billing purposes, public health authorities when required by law, and legal entities if required by court order or investigation.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted in our office and on our website, with the revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your child’s privacy rights, please contact:
Atlantic Pediatric Clinic
7601 Atlantic Avenue
Cudahy, CA 90201
(323) 562-3500
You also have the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.