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Privacy Policy

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Overview

At Hospil General Hospital, we are dedicated to safeguarding the confidentiality and security of your health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, use our patient portal, or receive medical services. We comply with applicable health data protection regulations and international best practices.

By interacting with Hospil's digital platforms or visiting our facilities, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

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Information We Collect

Personal Identifiers

Name, DOB, gender, national ID, contact details, emergency contacts.

Medical Records

Diagnosis, treatment history, prescriptions, lab reports, radiology images.

Digital Interactions

IP address, cookies, appointment logs, teleconsultation data.

Billing & Insurance

Payment info, insurance policy numbers, claim history.

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How We Use Your Information

  • Check icon Provide medical diagnosis, treatment, and personalized care.
  • Check icon Manage appointments, admissions, and emergency responses.
  • Check icon Process insurance claims and billing securely.
  • Check icon Improve healthcare services, conduct research (anonymized), and send health reminders.
  • Check icon Comply with legal & regulatory obligations.
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When We Share Information

We never sell your personal data. Your information may be shared only in the following circumstances:

  • Check icon With your consent: For referrals, second opinions, or third-party health programs.
  • Check icon Healthcare providers: Specialists, labs, or pharmacies involved in your treatment.
  • Check icon Legal requirements: If required by law, court order, or for public health safety.
  • Check icon Business associates: Vendors who assist with our IT, billing, or analytics (under strict confidentiality agreements).
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Data Security & Retention

Hospil implements industry-standard encryption (AES-256, TLS 1.3), role-based access controls, regular security audits, and physical safeguards. Your medical records are retained as per regulatory requirements (minimum 10 years) and securely destroyed thereafter.

Encrypted Storage

All patient data stored in ISO 27001 certified data centers.

Strict Access

Only authorized medical staff can view your records.

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Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Check icon Access and obtain a copy of your health records.
  • Check icon Request corrections to inaccurate information.
  • Check icon Request deletion (subject to legal retention).
  • Check icon Withdraw consent for certain data uses.
  • Check icon Receive a portable electronic copy of your data.

To exercise these rights, contact our Privacy Officer at [email protected] or call our helpline.

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Cookies & Digital Tools

Our website uses essential cookies for functionality and analytics to enhance user experience. You may control cookie preferences via browser settings. We do not use third-party advertising trackers on patient portals.

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Children's Privacy

Hospil does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. For pediatric services, all data is managed under the supervision of a parent or guardian.

Have questions about your privacy? Our dedicated Privacy Team is available Monday–Friday, 9 AM – 6 PM.

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Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any material changes will be notified via email or prominent notice on our website. The "Last updated" date indicates the latest revision.