Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 2025
Family Doctors of Bradenton and Family Doctors of Manatee (“we,” “our,” or “the practice”) are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your health information. As providers of Medicare-focused, senior primary care in Bradenton and Manatee County, we comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), all applicable CMS regulations, and other federal and state privacy laws.
Use of This Website
This website is intended for informational and educational purposes only. By using this site, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. Do not use this website to share personal medical information, request medication refills, or communicate urgent medical needs. If you are an established patient, please contact our office directly. In the event of a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
Information We Collect
When you use this website, we may collect:
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Personal information you voluntarily submit, such as your name, phone number, or email address, through our contact forms for new patient inquiries.
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Non-personal information, such as browser type, IP address, or pages visited, to help us improve website performance and search engine optimization.
How We Use Your Information
Any personal information submitted through this website will be used solely for the following purposes:
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Responding to your inquiries about our Medicare primary care services.
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Scheduling new patient appointments at Family Doctors of Bradenton or Family Doctors of Manatee.
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Providing educational resources on preventive screenings, chronic care management, Medicare Annual Wellness Visits, and value-based senior care.
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Contacting you with information related to your inquiry, via phone, email, or text, with your consent.
We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
HIPAA Compliance & Patient Health Information (PHI)
If you become a patient of our offices, your Protected Health Information (PHI) will be safeguarded in compliance with HIPAA. PHI may be used or disclosed for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations, including:
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Coordinating care with specialists.
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Billing Medicare, Humana, or other insurers.
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Quality improvement and value-based care programs that help improve patient outcomes.
We will only share your PHI as permitted by law or with your written authorization.
Your Rights Under HIPAA
As a patient, you have the right to:
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Access and obtain a copy of your medical records.
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Request amendments to your records.
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Request restrictions on how your PHI is used or disclosed.
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Receive an accounting of certain disclosures.
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File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.
To exercise these rights, please contact our office’s Privacy Officer at the numbers listed below.
Security
We use industry-standard administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect information collected through this website. However, no system is 100% secure. For your protection, please do not submit personal medical details or Social Security numbers through online forms.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites for educational or community resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in regulations, technology, or practice operations. Updates will be posted here with a revised effective date.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, HIPAA, or how your information is used, please contact us directly:
Family Doctors of Bradenton
6150 State Road 70 E
Bradenton, FL 34203
Phone: (941) 822-8777
Family Doctors of Manatee
3930 8th Ave W
Bradenton, FL 34205
Phone: (941) 708-9421
Disclaimer
This website and its forms are intended for new patient inquiries only. Established patients should call the office directly for medical concerns, appointment changes, or medication refills. For life threateneing emergencies, call 911.