Some of our patients have received letters in the mail from Change Healthcare regarding a data breach.
Community Care Physicians (CCP) did not have a security incident. Our systems were not compromised.
Change Healthcare, which was previously a payment processing vendor for our billing system, Veradigm, did have a security incident. This past relationship is why CCP was named in letters our patients received.
If you have questions, patients can call Change Healthcare at 1-866-262-5342, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 8 pm, CT. Change Healthcare is offering patients the option to sign up for free credit protection. Please follow the instructions in your letter.
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Joanne Bifaro

MD

Joanne Bifaro

Biography

Dr. Joanne Bifaro is board certified in family medicine, and she loves practicing in this field! She earned her medical degree from Albany Medical College in Albany, NY, as well as a Master of Science from Union Graduate College and a Bachelor of Science from Union College in Schenectady, NY. Dr. Bifaro completed her residency at the University of Massachusetts Worcester.

In her patient care responsibilities, Dr. Bifaro sees patients at Albany Family Medicine in Albany, NY, where she enjoys providing care to patients of all ages, including providing newborn care, gender-affirming treatment, prenatal care, and medication-assisted treatment for substance use disorders. Additionally, she has a passion for medical education, teaching the next generation of family physicians in her role as associate professor of Family Medicine at Albany Medical College. When she’s not working, you may find Dr. Bifaro exploring one of the Capital Region, NY’s many playgrounds or outdoor activities with her family.

Education

MS
Union Graduate College
Schenectady, NY
BS
Union College
Schenectady, NY
MD
Albany Medical College
Albany, NY

Board Certifications

  • Family Medicine

Residencies

  • University of Massachusetts Worcester
    Worcester, MA

Hospital Affiliations

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  • St. Peter's Hospital
    Albany, NY
  • Albany Medical Center
    Albany, NY