IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PATIENTS REGARDING EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS

In accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines, we would like to inform you of the potential risks associated with the transmission of your personal health information via email.

Our Email Address: contactus@gastrocentralva.com

Understanding the Risks:

Security: Standard email services may not be secure and could be accessed by unauthorized persons.

Confidentiality: There is a risk that your personal health information could be read by third parties.

Data Integrity: Email communication can be subject to tampering or alterations that may not be easily detectable.

Our Recommendations:

Secure Communications: We encourage you to use our secure patient portal for sending any personal health information. This platform is designed to protect your data and ensure confidentiality. Please note that the portal does not allow any documents/files to be uploaded. Any patient forms can be emailed or brought in person to our office.

Limit Information: If you choose to communicate by email, please limit the amount of personal health information you include.

Consent: By choosing to communicate with us via email, you acknowledge and accept the potential risks involved.

Your Privacy is Our Priority:

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the confidentiality of your health information. Please contact us if you have any concerns or need assistance with accessing our secure communication platforms.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in maintaining the safety and privacy of your personal health information.

Sincerely,

Gastroenterology Associates