This notice summarizes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed by Jacksonville Orthopaedic Institute, and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.

How will we use & share your information? 

• • To ensure your providers have medical information to treat you
  • To include you in our hospital directories
  • To tell family and friends about your care if you choose
  • To let you know about other health benefits and services
  • To improve care through research
  • To improve our internal processes, education, and quality
  • To obtain industry accreditations and certifications
  • To receive payment for services that have been provided

What if my information is lost or stolen?

• • You will be contacted by the Privacy Officer
  • You will know what information was compromised and how to protect yourself

What are your rights? 

• • To inspect and have copies of your medical records
  • To request that we restrict certain uses and sharing of your health information • To ask us to communicate with you in a manner you prefer
  • To request an amendment to your medical records
  • To pay for healthcare services in full, out of your own pocket and request that we restrict that information from your insurance plan
  • To be asked and give permission before your health information is sold
  • To request a copy of our entire Notice of Privacy Practices
  • To opt-out of receiving marketing and fundraising communications

A complete copy of our Notice of Privacy Practices can be obtained at any registration desk or by calling our Privacy Office at (904) 346-3465.