Shoreline Medical Billing Services ("Shoreline," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the information you submit through our provider information form (the "Form") while prioritizing the interests of our organization. As a Business Associate under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), we implement measures to comply with applicable privacy laws, including HIPAA. This Privacy Notice describes how we collect, use, disclose, and manage information submitted through the Form, with a focus on minimizing Shoreline’s liability and protecting our operations.
This Privacy Notice applies solely to information collected through the Form, which is used to evaluate physician, healthcare providers, or their representatives for potential engagement with our medical billing and revenue cycle management services. Submission of the Form does not guarantee a business relationship, and Shoreline assumes no liability for the use or outcome of the submitted information except as expressly stated herein.
We may collect:
You are solely responsible for ensuring that all submitted information is accurate, lawful, and authorized for disclosure.
We collect information:
You acknowledge that Shoreline is not responsible for the security or integrity of information during transmission to our systems, and you assume all risks associated with submitting information.
Shoreline may use your information, at its sole discretion, to:
Shoreline is not obligated to use or retain your information and may delete it at any time without notice or liability.
Shoreline may disclose your information, without liability, in the following circumstances:
Shoreline will not sell you personal information or SMS opt-in consumer information or share it for marketing purposes. You acknowledge that Shoreline is not liable for the actions of third parties to whom information is disclosed in accordance with this Notice.
When you opt-in to receive SMS/MMS communications from Shoreline Medical Billing, you agree to receive Account notification and customer care messages. Frequency may vary. Message & Data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt-out, Text HELP for assistance or reach us (207)710-0620.
You may have certain rights under HIPAA or other laws, subject to Shoreline’s discretion and applicable legal limitations:
To exercise these rights, contact our Privacy Officer. Shoreline reserves the right to deny requests that are unreasonable, repetitive, or contrary to our legal obligations.
Shoreline implements security measures to protect your information, including encryption, access controls, and employee training. However, no system is infallible, and you acknowledge that Shoreline is not liable for unauthorized access, data breaches, or other security incidents unless caused by our gross negligence or willful misconduct. In the event of a breach, Shoreline will comply with applicable notification requirements but assumes no further liability.
Shoreline may retain your information for as long as necessary to meet legal, regulatory, or business needs, or may delete it at any time without notice or liability. You have no right to demand retention or deletion of your information unless required by law.
Shoreline may modify this Privacy Notice at any time, in its sole discretion, by posting the updated Notice on our website or providing it directly. Your continued engagement with Shoreline constitutes acceptance of the revised Notice. It is your responsibility to review the Notice periodically.
You agree that filing a complaint shall not impose liability on Shoreline unless gross negligence or willful misconduct is proven.
By submitting the Form, you acknowledge that you have reviewed and understood this Privacy Notice and assume all risks associated with providing information to Shoreline. You agree that submission does not create a business relationship or impose any obligations on Shoreline beyond those expressly stated herein.