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The content on this web site is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute medical or other professional advice or an opinion of any kind. Users of this web site are advised to seek specific medical advice by contacting our office. Our Physical Therapist Practice does not warrant or guarantee the quality, accuracy or completeness of any information on this web site. The articles published on this web site are current as of their original date of publication, but should not be relied upon as accurate, timely or fit for any particular purpose.
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This web site may contain links to third party web sites. Monitoring the vast information disseminated and accessible through those links is beyond our resources and we do not attempt to do so. Links are provided for convenience only and we do not endorse the information contained in linked web sites nor guarantee its accuracy, timeliness or fitness for a particular purpose.
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HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
Your Information. Your Rights. Our Responsibilities. This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.
Your Rights
When it comes to your health information, you have certain rights. This section explains your rights and some of our responsibilities to help you.
Get an electronic or paper copy of your medical record
- You can ask to see or get an electronic or paper copy of your medical record and other health information we have about you. Ask us how to do this.
- We will provide a copy or a summary of your health information, usually within 30 days of your request. We may charge a reasonable, cost-based fee.
Ask us to correct your medical record
- You can ask us to correct health information about you that you think is incorrect or incomplete. Ask us how to do this.
- We may say “no” to your request, but we’ll tell you why in writing within 60 days.
Get a copy of this privacy notice
- You can ask for a paper copy of this notice at any time, even if you have agreed to receive the notice electronically. We will provide you with a paper copy promptly.
Choose someone to act for you
- If you have given someone medical power of attorney or if someone is your legal guardian, that person can exercise your rights and make choices about your health information.
- We will make sure the person has this authority and can act for you before we take any action.
File a complaint if you feel your rights are violated
- You can complain if you feel we have violated your rights by contacting us using the information at the end of this page.
- You can file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights by sending a letter to 200 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20201, calling 1-877-696 – 6775, or visiting www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/complaints/.
In these cases we never share your information unless you give us written permission:
- Marketing purposes
- Sale of your information
- Most sharing of Physical Therapy notes
Our Uses and Disclosures
How do we typically use or share your health information? We typically use or share your health information in the following ways.
Treat you
- We can use your health information and share it with other professionals who are treating you.
Example: A doctor treating you asks another doctor about your overall health condition.
Run our organization
- We can use and share your health information to bill and get payment from health plans or other entities.
Example: We give information about you to your health insurance plan to pay for your services.
Bill for your services
- We can use and share your health information to run our practice, improve your care, and contact you when necessary.
Example: We use health information about you to manage your treatment and services.
How else can we use or share your health information?
We are allowed or required to share your information in other ways – usually in ways that contribute to the public good, such as public health and research. We have to meet many conditions in the law before we can share your information for these purposes. For more information see: www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/understanding/consumers/index.html.
Help with public health and safety issues
Example: We use health information about you to manage your treatment and services.
- Preventing disease
- Helping with product recalls
- Reporting adverse reactions to medications
- Reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or domestic violence
- Preventing or reducing a serious threat to anyone’s health or safety
Comply with the law
- We will share information about you if state or federal laws require it, including with the Department of Health and Human Services if it wants to see that we’re complying with federal privacy law.
Address workers’ compensation, law enforcement, and other government requests
We can use or share health information about you:
- For workers’ compensation claims
- For law enforcement purposes or with a law enforcement official
- With health oversight agencies for activities authorized by law
- For special government functions such as military, national security, and presidential protective services
Respond to lawsuits and legal actions
- We can share health information about you in response to a court or administrative order, or in response to a subpoena.
Our Responsibilities
- We are required by law to maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information.
- We will let you know promptly if a breach occurs that may have compromised the privacy or security of your information.
- We must follow the duties and privacy practices described in this notice and give you a copy of it.
- We will not use or share your information other than as described here unless you tell us we can in writing. If you tell us we can, you may change your mind at any time. Let us know in writing if you change your mind. For more information see: www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/ understanding/consumers/noticepp.html.
Changes to the Terms of This Notice
We reserve the right to change the terms of this notice, and any changes will apply to all information we have on file for you. The new notice will be available on demand, in our office, and on our website.
This Notice of Privacy Practices applies to all the organizations on this site. Please see the appropriate page for contact information.
Site Privacy Policy
This website is provided for information and education purposes only. No doctor/patient relationship is established by your use of this site/app. No diagnosis or treatment is being provided. The information contained here should be used in consultation with a dentist or doctor of your choice. No guarantees or warranties are made regarding any of the information contained within this website. This website is not intended to offer specific medical, dental, or surgical advice to anyone.
This privacy statement explains how we use personal information collected on this website. Please read this privacy statement carefully before using the site or providing any personal information. By using the site, you agree to the practices described in this privacy statement. These practices may change, but any changes will be posted, and any changes will only apply to activities and information in the future, not in the past. You should read the privacy statement every time you visit the site to ensure that you understand how any personal information you provide will be used.
Note: the privacy practices set forth in this privacy policy are for this web site only. If you link to other websites, please review the privacy policies posted at those sites.
Collection of Information
We collect personally identifiable information, such as names, postal addresses, email addresses, and so on, when visitors voluntarily submit it to us. The information you supply is used to complete your specific request. Unless you give us permission to use it in another way, such as adding you to one of our mailing lists, we will only use this information to fulfill your specific request.
Cookie/Tracking Technology
The Site may use cookie and tracking technology depending on the features offered. Cookie and tracking technology are useful for gathering information such as browser type and operating system, tracking the number of visitors to the Site, and understanding how visitors use the Site. Cookies can also help customize the Site for visitors. Personal information cannot be collected via cookies and other tracking technology, however, if you previously provided personally identifiable information, cookies may be tied to such information. Aggregate cookie and tracking information may be shared with third parties.
This website might use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc. (“Google”). Google Analytics uses “cookies”, which are text files placed on your computer, to help the website analyze how users use the site. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the website (including your IP address) will be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google will use this information for the purpose of evaluating your use of the website, compiling reports on website activity for website operators and providing other services relating to website activity and internet usage. Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google’s behalf. Google will not associate your IP address with any other data held by Google. You may refuse the use of cookies by selecting the appropriate settings on your browser, however please note that if you do this you may not be able to use the full functionality of this website.
By using this website, you consent to the processing of data about you by Google in the manner and for the purposes set out above.
Distribution of Information
We may share information with governmental agencies or other companies assisting us in fraud prevention or investigation. We may do so when: (1) permitted or required by law; or, (2) trying to protect against or prevent actual or potential fraud or unauthorized transactions; or, (3) investigating fraud which has already taken place. The information is not provided to these companies for marketing purposes.
Commitment to Data Security
Your personally identifiable information is kept secure. Only authorized employees, agents and contractors (who have agreed to keep information secure and confidential) have access to this information. All emails and newsletters from this site allow you to opt out of further mailings.
Accessibility Policy
physicaltherapistsnyc.com strives to ensure that its services are accessible to people with disabilities. We have invested a significant amount of resources to help ensure that its website is made easier to use and more accessible for people with disabilities, with the strong belief that every person has the right to live with dignity, equality, comfort and independence.
If you have trouble seeing our website, we recommend reviewing the resources listed below to help optimize your computer and browser to improve your online experience:
- Use the keyboard to navigate screens
- Magnify your screen
- Change background and text colors
- Make your mouse pointer more visible (Windows only)
For more information – www.ssa.gov
The guides above, referenced by the ada.gov website will help you customize your particular web browser and computer to achieve the best results. The GDW site is designed to be able to be read aloud, navigated by keyboard only, allow increased or decreased text size, or changing of its colors for your accessibility needs.
Closed Captioning
Closed captioning (CC) provides a visual display of text that is synchronized with the video presentation and audio tracks. The term “Closed” indicates that the captions are not visible unless they are activated by the user.
Learn how to turn captioning on and off for YouTube by clicking here.
Increase Text Size
To increase text size in most web browsers simply hold down the Ctrl key (Command key on a Macintosh) and press the + (plus) key to increase text size or – (minus) key to reduce text size.
BrowseAloud
BrowseAloud is browser plug-in for people who find it difficult to read online. By reading text aloud and highlighting the words as they are spoken, BrowseAloud can help people with learning disabilities, English as a second language, and mild visual impairments:
If you wish to report an accessibility issue, have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at (212) 256-0000.
PHYSICAL THERAPISTS NYC
80 Maiden Ln, #905A
New York, NY 10038
(212) 386-7979
info@physicaltherapistsnyc.com
Terms Of Service
Please take the time to read these terms of service carefully. You agree to be bound by these terms and any other terms specified above when you use our sites or services. Before using this site, you, the user, customer, or prospective customer, are responsible for reading the terms and conditions. If you do not agree to all terms and conditions, you must refrain from using our websites or services.
Acceptance Of Terms
The following Terms of Service Agreement (the “TOS”) is a legally binding agreement that shall govern the relationship with our users and others which may interact or interface with Physical Therapists NYC, located at 80 Maiden Ln, #905A, New York, NY 10038 and our subsidiaries and affiliates, in association with the use of the physicaltherapistsnyc.com website, which includes https://www.physicaltherapistsnyc.com/, (the “Site”) and its Services, which shall be defined below.
Description Of Website Services Offered
Our site provides information about dental issues and procedures. Please read this information carefully before making an appointment with one of our dental specialists. This information is not intended to be medical advice. Ask your doctor about your condition. Only dentists with advanced training can diagnose and treat dental problems. Terms and conditions may vary.
Any and all visitors to our site shall be deemed as “users” of the herein contained Services provided for the purpose of this TOS.
The user acknowledges and accepts that the Services offered and made accessible through our website are the sole property of Physical Therapists NYC. Unless otherwise specified, Physical Therapists NYC reserves the right to introduce new website services or update, alter, or revise existing website services. Physical Therapists NYC reserves the right to discontinue any of the above services.
Please note that Physical Therapists NYC center is not responsible for any updates, adjustments, revisions, suspensions, or discontinue our services. As a result, you should frequently examine this Agreement and all related terms and policies to ensure you are aware of all terms currently in place. Do not use the supplied Services if you do not agree to the updated, revised, or changed terms.
Additionally, the user knows, acknowledges, and accepts that the Services are provided “AS IS” and that Physical Therapists NYC shall not be responsible or liable for the timeliness, missing delivery, deletion, and/or failure to save user content, communication, or customization settings.
More Privacy Policy
Protecting your private information is our priority. This Statement of Privacy applies to www.physicaltherapistsnyc.com, and Physical Therapists NYC and governs data collection and usage. For the purposes of this Privacy Policy, unless otherwise noted, all references to Physical Therapists NYC include www.physicaltherapistsnyc.com. The Physical Therapists NYC website is a Dental Practice site. By using the Physical Therapists NYC website, you consent to the data practices described in this statement.
Collection of your Personal Information
In order to better provide you with products and services offered, Physical Therapists NYC may collect personally identifiable information, such as your:
– First and Last Name
– E-mail Address
– Phone Number
We do not collect any personal information about you unless you voluntarily provide it to us. However, you may be required to provide certain personal information to us when you elect to use certain products or services. These may include: (a) registering for an account; (b) entering a sweepstakes or contest sponsored by us or one of our partners; (c) signing up for special offers from selected third parties; (d) sending us an email message; (e) submitting your credit card or other payment information when ordering and purchasing products and services. To wit, we will use your information for, but not limited to, communicating with you in relation to services and/or products you have requested from us. We also may gather additional personal or non-personal information in the future.
Use of your Personal Information
Physical Therapists NYC collects and uses your personal information to operate and deliver the services you have requested.
Physical Therapists NYC may also use your personally identifiable information to inform you of other products or services available from Physical Therapists NYC and its affiliates.
Sharing Information with Third Parties
Physical Therapists NYC does not sell, rent or lease its customer lists to third parties.
Physical Therapists NYC may share data with trusted partners to help perform statistical analysis, send you email or postal mail, provide customer support, or arrange for deliveries. All such third parties are prohibited from using your personal information except to provide these services to Physical Therapists NYC, and they are required to maintain the confidentiality of your information.
Physical Therapists NYC may disclose your personal information, without notice, if required to do so by law or in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to: (a) conform to the edicts of the law or comply with legal process served on Physical Therapists NYC or the site; (b) protect and defend the rights or property of Physical Therapists NYC; and/or (c) act under exigent circumstances to protect the personal safety of users of Physical Therapists NYC, or the public.
Automatically Collected Information
Information about your computer hardware and software may be automatically collected by Physical Therapists NYC. This information can include: your IP address, browser type, domain names, access times and referring website addresses. This information is used for the operation of the service, to maintain quality of the service, and to provide general statistics regarding use of the Physical Therapists NYC website.
Right to Deletion
Subject to certain exceptions set out below, on receipt of a verifiable request from you, we will:
• Delete your personal information from our records; and
• Direct any service providers to delete your personal information from their records.
Please note that we may not be able to comply with requests to delete your personal information if it is necessary to:
• Complete the transaction for which the personal information was collected, fulfill the terms of a written warranty or product recall conducted in accordance with federal law, provide a good or service requested by you, or reasonably anticipated within the context of our ongoing business relationship with you, or otherwise perform a contract between you and us;
• Detect security incidents, protect against malicious, deceptive, fraudulent, or illegal activity; or prosecute those responsible for that activity;
• Debug to identify and repair errors that impair existing intended functionality;
• Exercise free speech, ensure the right of another consumer to exercise his or her right of free speech, or exercise another right provided for by law;
• Comply with the California Electronic Communications Privacy Act;
• Engage in public or peer-reviewed scientific, historical, or statistical research in the public interest that adheres to all other applicable ethics and privacy laws, when our deletion of the information is likely to render impossible or seriously impair the achievement of such research, provided we have obtained your informed consent;
• Enable solely internal uses that are reasonably aligned with your expectations based on your relationship with us;
• Comply with an existing legal obligation; or
• Otherwise use your personal information, internally, in a lawful manner that is compatible with the context in which you provided the information.
Children Under Thirteen
Physical Therapists NYC does not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under the age of thirteen. If you are under the age of thirteen, you must ask your parent or guardian for permission to use this website.
E-mail Communications
From time to time, Physical Therapists NYC may contact you via email for the purpose of providing announcements, promotional offers, alerts, confirmations, surveys, and/or other general communication.
If you would like to stop receiving marketing or promotional communications via email from Physical Therapists NYC, you may opt out of such communications by Emailing back to stop.
Changes to this Statement
Physical Therapists NYC reserves the right to change this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you about significant changes in the way we treat personal information by sending a notice to the primary email address specified in your account, by placing a prominent notice on our website, and/or by updating any privacy information. Your continued use of the website and/or Services available after such modifications will constitute your: (a) acknowledgment of the modified Privacy Policy; and (b) agreement to abide and be bound by that Policy.
Contact Information
Physical Therapists NYC welcomes your questions or comments regarding this Statement of Privacy. If you believe that Physical Therapists NYC has not adhered to this Statement, please contact Physical Therapists NYC at:
Physical Therapists NYC
80 Maiden Ln, # 905C,
New York, NY 10038
Email: info@physicaltherapistsnyc.com
Telephone: (212) 386-7979
Dr. Hetarth Kapadia is a licensed physical therapist that has extensive experience working with orthopedic, neurological, and cardiovascular patients, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the practice.
Dr. Hetarth Kapadia received his Bachelor's degree in physical therapy from S.B.B. College Of Physiotherapy and his Master's degree in Kinesiology from California Baptist University, Riverside, California, with a major in Exercise Science.
Dr. Hetarth is now pursuing his Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Touro College in New York. Before becoming a part of our practice, he worked in New York at various outpatient clinics where he dealt with patients with musculoskeletal and orthopedic disorders.
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