THE B-12 STORE NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES
Effective Date: July 21, 2025
THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW MEDICAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN ACCESS THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW IT CAREFULLY.WHO WILL FOLLOW THIS NOTICE?
This notice applies to The B-12 Store and all members of its workforce who handle your medical and personal information.OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUR PRIVACY
At The B-12 Store, we understand that information about your health is personal. We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your medical information. We use this information to provide you with safe, high-quality care and to comply with applicable laws.
This notice applies to all medical records generated or maintained by The B-12 Store. Please note that other medical providers you may see (such as physicians, clinics, or hospitals) may have separate policies regarding your health information.
HOW WE MAY USE AND SHARE YOUR PROTECTED HEALTH INFORMATION (PHI)
When you become a patient at The B-12 Store, you consent to the use and disclosure of your Protected Health Information (PHI) for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations—commonly referred to as “TPO”:
Treatment: We may use your PHI to provide, coordinate, or manage your health care services. For example, our team may refer to past medical history when recommending a treatment or share necessary information with another provider you are referred to.Payment: Your PHI may be used to obtain payment for the services provided to you. For instance, we may share information with your insurance carrier to verify coverage or process a claim.Healthcare Operations: We may use your PHI to improve our services, evaluate staff performance, or comply with licensing requirements. This may include sharing limited information with auditors or accrediting bodies.OTHER USES AND DISCLOSURES
The following activities may involve your PHI and do not require your written authorization:
Appointment reminders or follow-up communicationRequired disclosures to public health authorities, regulatory agencies, or as required by lawInternal quality improvement and training All uses and disclosures will only be those permitted by applicable laws and regulations.
WEBSITE PRIVACY & DATA MANAGEMENT
The B-12 Store respects your right to privacy and is committed to protecting any personal data collected through our website. This privacy section explains how we handle your information, in compliance with applicable data protection standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.
Information We Collect
We collect information you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, phone number, or business name when you contact us or request services. This information is only used to respond to your inquiries or provide requested services. We do not sell or rent your personal data.
You have the right to:
Request access to any personal data we may hold about youCorrect or update your dataRequest deletion of your dataOpt out of future communicationsYou can exercise these rights at any time by contacting us using the information provided on our website.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us recognize returning visitors and understand usage patterns. They are not linked to any personally identifiable information.
Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your data both online and offline. When sensitive information is transmitted (such as contact forms), it is encrypted and stored securely. Only authorized employees have access to your information, and our systems are safeguarded to ensure your data remains protected.
For more information about our privacy practices, please contact us through the phone number or email listed on www.theb12storepr.com.