Notice of Privacy Practices

Richmond Hill Women’s Imaging ("RHWI") is committed to protecting the confidentiality and security of your health information. This Notice describes how your health information may be used and disclosed, and how you can access this information.

If you have questions about this Notice or our privacy practices, please contact us HERE.

Use and Disclosure of Health Information

1. Delivery of Services

We may use or disclose your health information for the provision of ultrasound services. This includes appointment scheduling, performing scans, and sending results to your referring provider. You may be called by name in our waiting area.

2. Healthcare Operations

We may use your information for internal purposes, such as staff training, quality improvement, accreditation, audits, compliance with legal obligations, and customer service.

3. Payment

If applicable, we may use your health information for payment-related activities, including billing, eligibility verification, and administrative functions.

4. Appointment Reminders & Follow-Ups

We may contact you via voicemail, text, email, or postal mail to remind you of appointments or provide follow-up information, including test results and health-related services.

5. Business Associates

We may share your health information with third-party vendors (e.g., radiologists, mailing services) who assist in delivering services. These partners are legally bound to protect your privacy.

6. Family and Friends

With your permission, or when appropriate, we may share limited information with individuals involved in your care. In emergencies or when you are unable to consent, we may use our best judgment.

7. Legal and Government Disclosures

We may disclose health information when required by law, such as for public health activities, abuse or neglect reporting, audits, or judicial proceedings.

8. Research

Under specific circumstances and only with appropriate safeguards, we may use health information for research purposes. No identifying information will be shared without your consent.

Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information

• Access: You may request a copy of your medical records.

• Amendment: You may request corrections to your records.

• Restrictions: You may request limitations on how we use or share your information. RHWI is not required to agree to all requests.

• Accounting of Disclosures: You may request a list of disclosures made outside routine care or operations.

• Breach Notification: You have the right to be notified if your protected health information is ever compromised.

• Paper Copy: You may request a paper copy of this notice at any time.

• Authorization: Uses beyond those listed require your written consent, which you may revoke in writing at any time.

Terms of Use

These Terms govern your use of the Richmond Hill Women’s Imaging website and services. By using our website, you agree to comply with these terms.

1. Informational Use Only

Content on this website is for general informational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical guidance.

2. Age Restriction

You must be 18 years or older to use our services.

3. Communication

By providing contact information, you consent to receiving appointment reminders, updates, and relevant information from RHWI. You may opt out of marketing communications at any time.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this site is the property of Richmond Hill Women’s Imaging and may not be reproduced without permission.

5. Limitation of Liability

RHWI is not liable for damages arising from the use or misuse of this website or its content. This site does not replace medical care or emergency services.

6. Third-Party Content

RHWI is not responsible for third-party links, services, or websites referenced on this site.

7. Modifications

We reserve the right to change this Notice or Terms at any time. Updates will be posted to this page.

8. Applicable Law

This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Georgia.