Gonzalez-Romo Manny MD PA d/b/a Clínica Latina de Homestead
At Clínica Latina de Homestead, operated by Gonzalez-Romo Manny MD PA, we are committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, integrity, and security of your health information.
This Notice describes how your Protected Health Information (PHI) may be used and disclosed, how we safeguard that information, and the rights you have regarding your medical information under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and other applicable laws.
Please review this Notice carefully.
I. How We May Use and Disclose Your Protected Health Information (PHI)
Medical Treatment
We may use and disclose your PHI to provide, coordinate, and manage your healthcare and related services.
This may include sharing relevant medical information with physicians, specialists, laboratories, pharmacies, hospitals, or other healthcare professionals involved in your care when permitted by law.
Payment and Billing
We may use and disclose your PHI for payment-related activities, including:
- verifying insurance coverage;
- obtaining prior authorizations;
- submitting claims;
- billing for medical services;
- collecting payments;
- coordinating insurance benefits.
Healthcare Operations
We may use or disclose PHI as necessary for healthcare operations, including:
- quality assessment and improvement;
- staff training;
- internal audits;
- compliance activities;
- administrative functions;
- appointment management and reminders;
- evaluating the quality and effectiveness of our services.
These activities are commonly referred to under HIPAA as Treatment, Payment, and Healthcare Operations (TPO).
II. Other Permitted or Required Uses and Disclosures
When Required by Law
We may disclose PHI when required or permitted by federal, state, or local law.
Examples may include disclosures related to:
- public health activities;
- reporting certain communicable diseases;
- suspected abuse, neglect, or domestic violence;
- health oversight activities;
- judicial or administrative proceedings;
- law enforcement requests;
- court orders, subpoenas, or other lawful processes.
Only the information permitted or required by applicable law will be disclosed.
Public Health and Safety
We may disclose information to appropriate authorities when necessary and legally permitted to prevent or reduce a serious threat to the health or safety of an individual or the public.
Workers’ Compensation
We may disclose PHI as authorized by and necessary to comply with workers’ compensation laws and similar programs.
Research
PHI may be used or disclosed for certain research activities when the requirements and safeguards established by applicable law have been satisfied.
Specialized Government Functions
Under certain circumstances, PHI may be disclosed for specialized governmental purposes permitted by law, including national security, military activities, correctional institutions, or other legally authorized government functions.
Other HIPAA-Permitted Disclosures
We may make other disclosures without your written authorization when expressly permitted or required under HIPAA or other applicable laws.
III. Uses and Disclosures Requiring Your Authorization
Certain uses or disclosures of your health information may require your written authorization.
When authorization is required, we will obtain it before using or disclosing your PHI.
You may revoke an authorization in writing at any time, except to the extent that we have already taken action based on that authorization or as otherwise provided by law.
We will not sell your PHI or use it for purposes requiring authorization under HIPAA without obtaining the appropriate authorization.
IV. Your Rights Regarding Your Protected Health Information
You have important rights concerning your health information.
Right to Access Your Medical Records
You generally have the right to inspect or obtain a copy of your medical and billing records maintained by Clínica Latina de Homestead, subject to certain limitations permitted by law.
Right to Request an Amendment
If you believe information contained in your medical record is incorrect or incomplete, you may request that it be amended.
We may deny the request under certain circumstances permitted by law. If a request is denied, you may have additional rights regarding the disputed information.
Right to Request Restrictions
You may request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures of your PHI.
We are not required to agree to every requested restriction, except in circumstances where HIPAA specifically requires us to do so.
Right to Request Confidential Communications
You may request that we communicate with you regarding your health information through alternative methods or at alternative locations.
We will accommodate reasonable requests as required by applicable law.
Right to an Accounting of Disclosures
You may have the right to request a list of certain disclosures of your PHI made by Clínica Latina de Homestead during the period permitted by law.
Right to Receive a Copy of This Notice
You have the right to obtain a paper or electronic copy of this Notice upon request.
V. Our Responsibilities
Clínica Latina de Homestead is required to:
- maintain the privacy and security of your PHI;
- provide you with notice of our legal duties and privacy practices;
- follow the terms of the Notice currently in effect;
- notify affected individuals following a breach of unsecured PHI when notification is required by law.
We maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect health information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure.
VI. Electronic Communications and Website Information
Information submitted through our website, contact forms, appointment requests, email, text messaging, or other electronic communication channels may be used to respond to your inquiry, coordinate services, or communicate with you as permitted by law.
Please do not submit sensitive medical information through general website forms, social media messages, or other communication channels unless the clinic has specifically designated the method for secure healthcare communication.
Our website may also use technologies necessary for website functionality, security, analytics, and performance. Such technologies should be configured so that PHI is not impermissibly disclosed to third parties.
VII. Changes to This Notice
Gonzalez-Romo Manny MD PA d/b/a Clínica Latina de Homestead reserves the right to modify this Notice and its privacy practices as permitted by law.
Any revised Notice may apply to PHI already maintained by us as well as information received in the future.
When material changes are made, the updated Notice will be made available as required by applicable law and may also be published on our website.
VIII. Complaints
Complaints to Clínica Latina de Homestead
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may submit a complaint directly to Clínica Latina de Homestead.
You will not be retaliated against or penalized for filing a privacy complaint.
Complaints to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
You also have the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights (OCR) if you believe your HIPAA privacy rights have been violated.
Filing a complaint will not affect the medical care or services you receive from Clínica Latina de Homestead.
IX. Contact for Privacy Questions
For questions regarding this Notice, your privacy rights, or the handling of your health information, please contact:
Clínica Latina de Homestead
Gonzalez-Romo Manny MD PA
Address: 15260 SW 280th St #203. Homestead, FL 33032
Phone: (786)539-7360
Email: info@clinicalatinadehomestead.com
Privacy Officer: Taymi Rodriguez
Effective Date
Effective Date: 10/05/2026
Last Updated: 10/05/2026