1. HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices (Summary)
This Notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed by Neuro-Ophthalmology Consultants, and how you can get access to this protected health information (PHI) in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Our Legal Duties
We are required by applicable federal and state law to:
- Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of your protected health information (PHI).
- Provide you with this notice of our legal duties and privacy practices regarding your medical records.
- Notify affected individuals following a breach of unsecured protected health information.
- Abide by the terms of our current privacy notice in effect.
How We Use & Disclose Your Health Information
- Treatment: We may disclose health information to doctors, nurses, technicians, or medical personnel involved in your care, including referring ophthalmologists, neurologists, neurosurgeons, and diagnostic imaging centers.
- Payment: We may use and disclose your medical details to bill and collect payment from your health insurance carrier or third-party payer.
- Healthcare Operations: We may use your information to assess practice quality, review clinical outcomes, and conduct administrative clinic operations.
- Required by Law: We will disclose health information when required by federal, state, or judicial authorities.
Your Rights as a Patient
- The right to inspect and receive an electronic or physical copy of your medical records.
- The right to request an amendment to your health record if you believe it is inaccurate or incomplete.
- The right to request restrictions on certain uses and disclosures of your information.
- The right to receive confidential communications by alternative means or at alternative locations.
- The right to file a privacy complaint without fear of retaliation by contacting our privacy officer at 405-906-2405 or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
2. Medical Advice & Educational Disclaimer
All content, including text, graphics, condition descriptions, FAQs, and diagnostic outlines published on neuroeyeok.com, is created solely for general informational and educational purposes.
- No Doctor-Patient Relationship: Browsing this website, submitting an inquiry through our contact form, or sending an electronic communication does not establish a physician-patient relationship with Dr. Anil D. Patel or Neuro-Ophthalmology Consultants. A formal doctor-patient relationship is created only after an in-person clinical intake and mutual agreement.
- Not a Substitute for Medical Care: Information on this website must not be relied upon as a substitute for professional medical advice, clinical diagnosis, or individualized treatment plans. Always consult your ophthalmologist, neurologist, or healthcare provider regarding any health condition.
- Emergency Situations: Do not use this website or our online forms to communicate urgent, emergency medical concerns. If you are experiencing sudden vision loss, severe acute headache, trauma, or signs of stroke, dial 911 or report to the nearest emergency medical department immediately.