Effective Date:** November 15, 2024
MedicareGeorge (“we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in compliance with applicable laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and regulations set forth by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, MedicareGeorge.com, or interact with our services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Identifiable Information (PII):** Your name, address, phone number, email address, and other personal details you voluntarily provide.
- Protected Health Information (PHI):** Health-related information, such as Medicare details, insurance policy numbers, and medical history.
- Technical Information:IP address, browser type, operating system, and data collected through cookies and analytics tools.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Assist with your Medicare inquiries and provide personalized recommendations.
- Process and manage your requests for services.
- Communicate with you regarding plan options and enrollment.
- Ensure compliance with CMS guidelines for marketing and enrollment.
- Improve our website and services.
3. How We Protect Your Information
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your PII and PHI, including:
- Secure servers and encrypted communication (SSL/TLS).
- Role-based access control to restrict unauthorized access.
- Routine monitoring and audits to ensure compliance with HIPAA and CMS requirements.
- Employee training programs on data privacy and security.
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We will not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information under the following circumstances:
- With your consent: When you explicitly authorize the disclosure.
- To provide services: With insurance carriers, agents, or brokers as necessary to process your requests.
- Legal compliance: To comply with federal or state laws, subpoenas, or other legal obligations.
5. Your Rights
Under HIPAA, you have the following rights:
- Access: You can request access to your personal information.
- Amendments: You can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Restrictions: You can request limits on how your information is used or disclosed.
- Disclosure Accounting: You can request a record of certain disclosures made of your PHI.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can adjust your browser settings to decline cookies; however, this may limit some website functionality.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any information.
8. Updates to This Privacy Policy*
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
MedicareGeorge
Phone: (407) 222-5300
Email: medicare@gtq.com
Address: 1515 W Smith St, Orlando, FL 32904
By using our website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
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