Notice of Privacy Practices and HIPAA Compliance
Tamarac Senior Center
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
Tamarac Senior Center is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your protected health information (PHI), when such information is collected or maintained as part of services we coordinate or provide. This Notice explains how information may be used and disclosed, and how you can access it.
We are required by law to maintain the privacy of PHI when applicable, provide this notice, and follow the terms described here in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
How We May Use and Disclose Health Information
Coordination of Services
We may use and share relevant information to coordinate services, activities, and support programs for members, including sharing information with authorized staff, vendors, or partners involved in providing requested services.
Payment and Administration
We may use and disclose information for administrative purposes such as billing, eligibility verification, program operations, quality improvement, and compliance activities, as permitted by law.
As Required by Law
We may disclose information when required by law, including certain public health or oversight activities.
Other Permitted Uses and Disclosures
- Public health reporting
- Health oversight activities
- Legal proceedings or law enforcement requests
- Workers’ compensation claims, when applicable
- Preventing serious threats to health or safety
Any use or disclosure not described above will require authorization unless otherwise permitted by law.
Your Rights
- Request access to records we maintain about you, when applicable
- Request corrections to information you believe is inaccurate
- Request confidential communications when available
- Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures, where applicable
- Request a copy of this notice
We will notify you if a breach occurs that may compromise the privacy or security of protected health information, as required by law.
Website and Digital Security
Our website and online systems may collect limited information when you submit forms or request information. We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect this information.
Changes to This Notice
We may update this Notice from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.
Questions or Complaints
If you have questions or believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may contact us. You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services when applicable. Filing a complaint will not affect your services.
6570 North University Drive
Tamarac, FL 33321
Phone: (954) 694-1100
Email: admin@tamaracseniorcenter.com
Disclaimer
This notice is provided for general informational purposes. Tamarac Senior Center services and records practices may vary based on program requirements and applicable law.
