Introduction
Dr. William Miami operates the website drwilliammiami.com (“Website”). The purpose of this page is to inform our Website visitors about our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of those who choose to use our Website (“Privacy Policy”). By using our Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in relation to this Privacy Policy.
Our patients’ privacy is very important to us, and we are committed to protecting the privacy of the data collected from you when you visit this Website. The personal information we collect is used for providing and improving our Website. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy. We are also committed to keeping your health information private according to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Information Collection and Use
Personal Information
When visiting our Website, you may be required to provide certain personally identifiable information (“PII”), including but not limited to your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, or credit card information. However, you may visit our Website anonymously. We collect information from you when you:
- Register on our Website
- Subscribe to our emails or newsletter
- Fill out a form
We may use the information we collect to:
- Personalize your experience and respond to your individual needs
- Improve our Website based on feedback
- Respond to requests and inquiries more effectively
- Deliver the services or products you requested
- Send you information and updates
Text Messaging Opt-In Data and Consent
We value your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your text messaging originator opt-in data and consent. We collect such data solely to provide the services you have expressly opted into and for communication purposes related to those services. We will not share, sell, or disclose your text messaging opt-in data or consent with any third parties under any circumstances, except as required by law or to facilitate the services you have requested through trusted service providers who adhere to strict confidentiality obligations.
Log Data
Whenever you visit our Website, we collect information your browser sends us, called “Log Data.” This Log Data may include information such as your computer’s Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser version, pages of our Website you visited, the time and date of your visit, the time spent on those pages, and other statistics.
Cookies
Cookies are small files that a website or service provider transfers to your computer’s hard drive through your web browser, enabling the site or service provider to recognize your browser and capture and remember certain information. Our Website uses cookies to collect information and improve our services. You have the option to accept or refuse these cookies. If you choose to refuse cookies, some portions of our Website may not function properly.
Service Providers
We may employ third-party companies and individuals for the following reasons:
- To facilitate our Website
- To provide services on our behalf
- To perform Website-related services
- To analyze Website usage
These third parties have access to your personal information to perform the tasks assigned to them on our behalf. However, they must not disclose or use the information for any other purpose.
Google Analytics
This Website uses Google Analytics to help analyze how visitors use the Website. Google Analytics tracks visitor activity anonymously. You may learn more about Google Analytics’ terms of service or opt out.
Google Ads
This Website may use Google Ads remarketing services to advertise on third-party websites. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a visitor’s past activity on this Website. You may opt out of Google’s use of cookies by visiting Google’s ad personalization settings.
Facebook Pixel
This Website may use Facebook Pixel to track user behavior after clicking on a Facebook ad. Data collected through Facebook Pixel is anonymous to us but may be stored and processed by Facebook in accordance with their Data Usage Policy. You can manage your Facebook ad preferences in your account settings.
Contact Form
Information submitted through our contact form, including name, email, and message content, may be stored in our database and used for responding to inquiries. The data may be checked through spam detection services.
Privacy of Collected Information and Data
We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personally identifiable information to outside parties, except when necessary to provide services or comply with legal requirements.
How We Protect Your Information and Data
We use security measures to protect your information, including monitoring login attempts and scanning for vulnerabilities. Your personal information is stored securely and only accessible by authorized personnel.
Patient Images
All patient images on this Website are owned by Dr. William Miami. We respect your privacy and will not post images of you or your procedures without your prior written consent. If you wish to have images removed, you may submit a written request.
Other Websites
This Website may contain links to other websites. These websites have separate privacy policies beyond our control. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites.
Children’s Privacy
This Website complies with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and does not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under the age of 13. If we discover such information has been collected, it will be deleted immediately.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Our Website follows the guidelines of HIPAA. You will not be required to enter any medical information on our Website. Any information obtained through our office may be used to:
- Schedule appointments
- Process referrals to other medical providers
- Contact you about test results
- Process insurance claims
HIPAA Privacy
We will never share your health information without your permission. Please avoid sending sensitive medical information via email, as email communications are not always secure.
Understanding Your Health Record & Information
Each visit to our office creates a medical record containing information about your symptoms, examination, test results, diagnoses, and treatment. This information serves as a basis for planning your care.
Individual Rights
You have the right to:
- Request restrictions on the use of your health information
- Receive confidential communications regarding your treatment
- Inspect and copy your health records
- Receive an accounting of how and to whom your information has been disclosed
- Amend incorrect information in your records
- Receive a printed copy of this privacy notice
For more information, visit HIPAA Information.
Complaints
If you have concerns about our Privacy Policy, you may contact us. You will not be penalized for filing a complaint.
Consent
By using our Website, you consent to our Privacy Policy.
Changes to Our Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically for updates.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.
Dr. William Miami / Careaga Plastic Surgery
220 Alhambra Circle, First Floor
Coral Gables, FL 33134
(305) 574-9262
No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes.
This Privacy Policy outlines our commitment to protecting your health information and your rights regarding your PHI. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us.