Privacy Policy
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.
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.
How We Use Your Information
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Provide medical diagnosis, treatment, and personalized care.
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Manage appointments, admissions, and emergency responses.
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Process insurance claims and billing securely.
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Improve healthcare services, conduct research (anonymized), and send health reminders.
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Comply with legal & regulatory obligations.
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.
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
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Access and obtain a copy of your health records.
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Request corrections to inaccurate information.
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Request deletion (subject to legal retention).
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Withdraw consent for certain data uses.
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Receive a portable electronic copy of your data.
To exercise these rights, contact our Privacy Officer at [email protected] or call our helpline.
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.
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.
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.