Privacy policy.

Last Updated: 10.21.2025

1. Introduction

Premier Cardiology (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects the privacy of our patients and visitors to our website, https://www.premiercardiology.net (the “Website”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our Website or use our healthcare services (the “Services”).

By using our Website or Services, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

2. Who We Are

·      Premier Cardiology & Vascular Associates

·      Horatio Professional Center, 541 E. Horatio Avenue, Suite 100, Maitland, FL 32751

·      Phone: 407-622-0793

·      Email: reception@premiercardiology.net

·      Located in the State of Florida, USA.

We are a medical practice providing cardiology and related diagnostic services to human patients.

3. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide quality medical care and improve our Website and Services. The types of information we collect include:

A. Personal Information You Provide

·      Name, address, phone number, email address.

·      Date of birth, gender, and identifying details.

·      Medical history, test results, or health information related to your care.

·      Insurance and billing information.

·      Any messages or inquiries you send through contact forms or email.

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Website, we may collect:

·      IP address, browser type, and operating system.

·      Pages visited, time spent, and referring website URLs.

·      Information collected via cookies or similar technologies (see Section 9).

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

·      To schedule and provide medical services.

·      To communicate with you about appointments, results, or billing.

·      To process insurance claims and payments.

·      To maintain medical and billing records as required by law.

·      To respond to inquiries and improve patient experience.

·      To comply with legal, regulatory, and healthcare requirements.

For internal analytics to improve our Website and services.

We will not use your personal or medical information for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

5. HIPAA Compliance (Protected Health Information)

As a healthcare provider, Premier Cardiology complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).

This means we are required to protect the privacy and security of your Protected Health Information (PHI) — any information that identifies you and relates to your health or care.

·      We only use or disclose PHI for permitted purposes such as:

·      Treatment: Coordinating your medical care with other providers.

·      Payment: Billing insurance or processing payment for services.

·      Healthcare Operations: Quality assessment, staff training, and compliance activities.

·      We maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your PHI.

·      A detailed HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices is provided to all patients and is available upon request.

6. How We Share Information

·      We do not sell or rent your personal information.

·      We may share your data only in the following circumstances:

·      With your physicians, hospitals, or specialists involved in your care.

·      With third-party vendors who assist us in operations (e.g., billing, IT, appointment systems) under strict confidentiality agreements.

·      With insurance companies, Medicare/Medicaid, or payment processors as necessary.

·      When required by law, regulation, subpoena, or court order.

·      To protect your health or safety in an emergency situation.

7. Data Security

We use industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal and health information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Although we take all reasonable precautions, no data transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. You use our Website at your own risk.

8. Data Retention

We retain medical records and personal information for as long as required by federal and state law, or as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. When no longer needed, we securely delete or destroy your information in compliance with HIPAA regulations.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to:

·      Enhance site functionality.

·      Analyze Website traffic and usage trends.

·      Remember user preferences.

·      You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain Website features.

10. Your Privacy Rights (U.S. and Florida Residents)

Under U.S. and Florida law, you may have the right to:

·      Access and obtain a copy of your medical or personal information.

·      Request correction of inaccurate information.

·      Request restrictions on the use or disclosure of your PHI.

·      Request confidential communications (e.g., alternate phone number or mailing address).

·      Receive a record of certain disclosures of your PHI.

·      File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.

·      Requests can be submitted in writing to our Privacy Officer (see Section 14).

11. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or external resources.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

12. Children’s Privacy

Our Website and Services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18 years of age. If we become aware of such collection, we will promptly delete the information.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.

We encourage you to review this Policy regularly.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:

Privacy Officer

Premier Cardiology & Vascular Associates

Horatio Professional Center, 541 E. Horatio Avenue, Suite 100, Maitland, FL 32751

Phone: 407-622-0793

Email: reception@premiercardiology.net

You may also contact the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights, if you believe your privacy rights under HIPAA have been violated.

15. Acknowledgment

By using our Website or Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of your information as described.