Privacy Policy
Adonis Saremi, MD & Associates (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the security of your personal health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and other applicable privacy laws.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal information (e.g., name, date of birth, contact details)
- Protected Health Information (PHI) (e.g., medical history, lab results, medications, diagnoses)
- Payment and billing information
- Information you provide through our contact forms, telehealth platform, or during visits
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide medical care and services
- Communicate with you about your health and treatment plans
- Process payments
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
- Improve our services and operations
How We Protect Your Information
We use industry-standard physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your personal and health information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
Examples include:
- Secure, encrypted communication via our telemedicine platform
- Role-based access controls for health data
- HIPAA-compliant storage and data handling practices
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your information. We only share your information with:
- Authorized healthcare providers involved in your care
- Service providers under Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) who support our operations
- Entities as required by law (e.g., public health authorities, law enforcement)
Your Rights Under HIPAA
You have the right to:
- Access and request copies of your medical records
- Request corrections to your records
- Request restrictions on how we use or disclose your information
- Request confidential communications
- File a complaint with us or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services if you believe your privacy rights have been violated
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or your health information, please contact:
Adonis Saremi, MD & Associates
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (619) 736-1748
Mailing Address: 888 Prospect Street, Suite 200, La Jolla, CA 92307