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Veronika Romashova MD ("we," "our," or "the practice") respects your privacy. This page describes, in general terms, how this website collects and uses information. It is intended as a placeholder — your final policy should be drafted or reviewed by qualified legal counsel familiar with HIPAA and applicable state and federal laws.
Notice of Privacy Practices (HIPAA)
The practice maintains a separate Notice of Privacy Practices in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). That notice describes how protected health information (PHI) about you may be used and disclosed and how you can access this information. A copy is available at the office and can be provided on request.
[Replace this section with your final HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, or link to the PDF.]
Information collected on this website
This website is informational and does not host a patient portal or process medical records. We may collect:
- Information you provide voluntarily through the contact form (name, email, phone, message). This information is intended only to help us respond to your inquiry.
- Standard server logs (IP address, browser type, pages viewed) collected automatically by the hosting platform for security and analytics purposes.
- Cookies, if used, only as needed for the site to function or to measure aggregate usage. The site does not currently store data in your browser beyond what is needed for theme preference and basic functionality.
Please do not send PHI through this website
Email and standard web forms are not secure channels for protected health information. Please do not include diagnoses, treatment details, lab results, prescription information, insurance ID numbers, or other sensitive medical information in messages submitted through this site or sent by email. For anything sensitive, call the office directly.
How we use information
- To respond to your inquiry or schedule an appointment
- To improve the website's content and performance
- To meet legal, regulatory, or safety obligations
We do not sell personal information. We do not use this website to advertise to children.
Third-party services
This site may use third-party services for fonts, analytics, mapping, or appointment scheduling. Each third party operates under its own privacy policy. [List any specific services you use, e.g., Google Fonts, Google Maps, Google Analytics, Zocdoc, etc.]
Online advertising
If we use online advertising platforms (such as Google Ads) to direct visitors to this site, those platforms may set cookies or pixels for measurement and remarketing. We will not use this site to target advertising based on protected health information. [Update this section as your ad setup is finalized.]
Your choices & rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights to access, correct, or request deletion of personal information we hold about you. To exercise these rights, contact the office. Patient health records held by the practice are subject to HIPAA and applicable New York State law and are governed by the Notice of Privacy Practices.
Accessibility
We strive to make this site usable for everyone. If you encounter difficulty accessing any part of the website, please contact the office and we will work to resolve it.
Medical disclaimer
The content on this website is for general informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and does not create a provider-patient relationship. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical questions. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Changes to this notice
We may update this page from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top will reflect any changes.
Contact
Questions about this notice? Contact the office:
Veronika Romashova MD
55 Midland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10306
Phone: (718) 667-7778
Email: [office@example.com]
Placeholder notice: This text is a generic template. Before launch, replace the bracketed sections, confirm the practice's HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices is current, and have the entire policy reviewed by qualified legal counsel.