Privacy Policy

At Stellar Pathology, we are committed to maintaining the privacy and security of our patients’ personal and medical information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle patient data in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other applicable laws and regulations.

This Privacy Policy applies to all personal health information (PHI) that Stellar Pathology collects, uses, or discloses concerning the pathology consultation services we provide. By using our services, you acknowledge and consent to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect the necessary personal and medical information to provide pathology consultation services. This information includes, but is not limited to:

• Personal Identifiers: Name, date of birth, contact information (address, phone number, email).
• Medical Records: Pathology reports, medical history, diagnostic information, test results, biopsy samples, images, and other relevant healthcare data.
• Payment Information: Billing details, insurance information, and financial records related to our services.

How We Use Your Information

Stellar Pathology uses the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Provision of Services: To deliver accurate and timely pathology consultations and diagnostic reports.
• Communication: To communicate with you or your healthcare provider regarding your pathology consultation, test results, and follow-up care.
• Billing and Payment: To process payments and claims for services rendered.
• Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations, including HIPAA, and for other legitimate business purposes necessary for the operation of our services.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or lease your personal information to third parties. We may share your information as follows:

We may disclose your personal and medical information as necessary to provide our services and as required by law, including:

• Healthcare Providers: To your treating physician, other healthcare professionals, or medical facilities involved in your care.
• Business Associates: To third-party service providers who assist us in performing our services (e.g., laboratories, billing companies), provided they also comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Legal and Regulatory Authorities: As required by law, to comply with subpoenas, court orders, or legal processes, or to report issues such as public health risks.

Data Security Measures

Stellar Pathology takes the security of your personal and medical information seriously. We implement appropriate physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your PHI from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction, including:

• Encryption: Data is encrypted both in transit and at rest to ensure that PHI is secure.
• Access Controls: Only authorized personnel are permitted to access PHI, and access is granted based on a need-to-know basis.
• Training: Our staff is trained on privacy and security protocols in compliance with HIPAA.

Despite these efforts, no security measures are completely infallible, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Your Rights Regarding Your Information

Under HIPAA, you have the following rights concerning your personal health information:

• Right to Access: You can request copies of your medical records or PHI that we maintain.
• Right to Amend: You can request amendments to your PHI if you believe it contains inaccuracies.
• Right to Restrict Use or Disclosure: You may request restrictions on how we use or disclose your information for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations, though we are not always required to agree to these requests.
• Right to Confidential Communications: You can request that we communicate with you using specific methods (e.g., by email or mail).
• Right to Accounting of Disclosures: You may request an accounting of certain disclosures of your PHI, such as those made for non-treatment or non-payment purposes.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information ].

HIPAA Compliance

As a provider of healthcare services, we comply with the regulations set forth under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Our policies and procedures are designed to ensure that your PHI is used and disclosed only in accordance with HIPAA and other applicable laws.

Cookies and Online Privacy

When you visit our website, we may use cookies and similar technologies to collect technical information, such as IP addresses and browsing patterns. This information helps us improve the website’s functionality and enhance user experience. However, this information is not connected to your medical records or personal identifiers.

You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect your ability to use certain features on our website.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time in compliance with legal requirements. Any changes to this policy will be posted on our website, and the effective date will be updated. Your continued use of our services after changes have been made constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Stellar Pathology

Phone: +1 (888) 818-2158

Email: info@stellarpathology.com

By using Stellar Pathology’s services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.