Patient Privacy Policy And Terms Of Service
At Developmental Pediatrics of Central Jersey, we are committed to maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices concerning the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you visit our outpatient office.
- Information We Collect:
We collect and maintain personal information to provide you with high-quality healthcare services. The information we collect may include, but is not limited to:
- Personal details (name, address, contact information)
- Phone numbers collected with SMS consent will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for rent/marketing purposes under any circumstances.
- Health information (medical history, current health conditions, medications)
- Insurance information
- Financial information for billing purposes
- How We Use Your Information:
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- Providing medical care and treatment
- SMS opt-in and phone numbers collected for SMS communication purposes will not be shared with any third party and affiliates for marketing purposes
- Scheduling appointments
- Billing and insurance purposes
- Conducting quality assurance and improvement activities
- Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
- Information Sharing: We do not disclose your personal information to third parties without your explicit consent, except as required by law or in emergencies. Your information may be shared with healthcare professionals involved in your care and, when necessary, with business associates who assist us in providing services (e.g., billing companies).
- Security Measures: We take reasonable steps to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. We employ physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect your information.
- Your Rights:
You have the right to:
- Access and obtain a copy of your health records
- Request corrections to your health information
- Request restrictions on certain uses and disclosures
- Revoke consent for the use or disclosure of your information
- Updates to Privacy Policy: We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices. A revised version will be effective upon posting, and we encourage you to review our Privacy Policy periodically.
SMS Terms and Conditions:
1. SMS Consent Communication: The information (Phone Numbers) obtained as part of the SMS consent process will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
2. Types of SMS Communications: If you have consented to receive text messages from Developmental Pediatrics of Central Jersey, you may receive messages related to the following:
- Customer Care
- Marketing
Example: Hi! This is Developmental Pediatrics of Central Jersey. We received your message. We will be emailing you the script shortly. Thank you! Reply STOP to opt out.
3. Message Frequency: Message frequency may vary depending on the type of communication. For example, you may receive up to 1- 2 (one to two) SMS messages per week related to your appointment reminders, billing, office updates, promotional information, and other relevant content.
4. Potential Fees for SMS Messaging: Please note that standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your mobile carrier’s pricing plan. These fees may vary if the message is sent domestically or internationally.
5. Opt-In Method: You may opt-in to receive SMS messages from Developmental Pediatrics of Central Jersey in the following ways:
- By checking a box through our website at https://www.developmentalpedia...
6. Opt-Out Method: You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time. To do so, simply reply "STOP" to any SMS message you receive. Alternatively, you can contact us directly to request removal from our messaging list.
Additional Options: If you do not wish to receive SMS messages, you can choose not to check the SMS consent box on our forms.
7. Help: If you are experiencing any issues, you can reply with the keyword HELP. Or, you can get help directly from us at https://www.developmentalpedia... You may also contact us directly at (732) 660-0220.
8. Standard Messaging Disclosures:
- Message and data rates may apply.
- You can opt out at any time by texting "STOP."
- For assistance, text "HELP" or visit our Patient Privacy Policy and Patient's Privacy and Terms of Use Policy pages.
- Message frequency may vary
9. Contact Us: If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us:
Developmental Pediatrics of Central Jersey
804 West Park Avenue, Building C
Ocean, NJ 07712
(732) 660-0220
Last Updated: April 14, 2025