HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
Belaray Dermatology PC is required by law to maintain the privacy of your protected health information (PHI) and to provide you with notice of our legal duties and privacy practices. We are committed to protecting medical information about you.
We may use and disclose your health information for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations without obtaining your separate written authorization, as permitted under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Examples include:
- Treatment: Sharing information with other providers involved in your care
- Payment: Submitting claims to your insurance company
- Operations: Quality assurance, compliance, and administrative functions
For uses beyond treatment, payment, and operations, we will request your written authorization. You may revoke any authorization in writing at any time.
To request a complete copy of our Notice of Privacy Practices, contact our office at (516) 822-7546 or in person at either location.
Your Rights
Under HIPAA, you have the right to:
- Inspect and request copies of your medical records
- Request corrections to your health information
- Request restrictions on certain uses and disclosures of your information
- Request confidential communications
- Receive an accounting of certain disclosures
- Complain to us or to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services if you believe your privacy rights have been violated
Website Privacy Policy
This website does not collect personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it (for example, by submitting a form or clicking a scheduling link). We do not sell or share personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
This website uses standard web analytics (Google Analytics) to understand aggregate traffic patterns. No individual browsing data is sold or shared.
Mobile numbers and text messaging
Mobile phone numbers collected for text messaging are used only to send the messages described in our SMS terms. No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Sharing with service providers that help us deliver messages (for example, our messaging platform) is limited to that purpose. Text messaging opt-in data and consent are never sold or shared with any third party.
Links to third-party services (patient portal, online scheduling, bill payment) are subject to those services' own privacy policies.
Terms of Use
The content on this website is provided for general informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
The information on this site reflects general dermatologic knowledge as of the date last updated. Clinical guidelines and evidence evolve; consult a licensed physician for current guidance specific to your situation.
Belaray Dermatology PC makes no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information on this site.
SMS text messaging terms
Belaray Dermatology PC sends text messages (SMS) to people who have agreed to receive them. Patients may receive appointment reminders, visit instructions, follow-up messages, and replies to texts they send us. Staff members may receive scheduling and timekeeping reminders, such as a reminder to clock in. Patient texting is described in more detail on our electronic communications page.
- Message frequency varies by person and purpose.
- Message and data rates may apply.
- Reply STOP to any message to stop receiving texts from that number. Reply HELP for help, or call (516) 822-7546.
- Consent to receive text messages is not a condition of receiving care or of employment.
- Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
Contact Us
Questions about this policy? Contact Belaray Dermatology PC:
- Hicksville: 358 S Oyster Bay Road, Hicksville, NY 11801 — (516) 822-7546
- Stony Brook: 2500 Nesconset Hwy #20B, Stony Brook, NY 11790 — (631) 864-6647
- Text (both offices): (516) 822-7546