Notice of Privacy Practices (HIPAA)

Your Privacy Matters to Us

This Notice of Privacy Practices describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed, and how you can access this information. Please review it carefully.

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

We are committed to protecting the privacy of your health information. Your medical record and billing information are maintained in a secure manner, and we follow all applicable federal and state privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

How We May Use and Share Your Health Information

We may use and share your health information for the following purposes:

Treatment

We may use your information to provide, coordinate, or manage your medical care. This may include sharing information with other healthcare providers involved in your treatment.

Payment

We may use and disclose your information to bill and receive payment for services provided to you. This may include communications with your insurance company or other payers.

Healthcare Operations

We may use your information to support our practice operations, including quality improvement, staff training, and administrative activities.

Other Permitted Uses

We may disclose your information when required by law, for public health and safety purposes, or as otherwise permitted by HIPAA.

Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information

You have the right to:

  • Access your medical records

  • Request corrections to your health information

  • Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures

  • Request confidential communications

  • Receive a paper or electronic copy of this notice

  • Receive an accounting of disclosures

To exercise any of these rights, please contact our office.

Our Responsibilities

We are required by law to:

  • Maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information

  • Provide you with this Notice of Privacy Practices

  • Follow the terms of this notice

We will notify you promptly if a breach occurs that may have compromised your information.

Changes to This Notice

We reserve the right to update this Notice of Privacy Practices at any time. Any changes will apply to all health information we maintain and will be available on our website and at our office.

Questions or Complaints

If you have questions about this notice or believe your privacy rights have been violated, please contact our office.

You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Filing a complaint will not affect your care.