HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

Effective Date: 06/02/2026

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

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

Protecting Your Health Information

We understand that your medical information is personal and confidential. We are committed to protecting your Protected Health Information (PHI) in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

What Is Protected Health Information (PHI)?

Protected Health Information includes information that identifies you and relates to your past, present, or future physical or mental health condition, the healthcare services you receive, or payment for those services.

How We May Use and Disclose Your Information

For Treatment

We may use and share your health information to provide, coordinate, and manage your care. This may include communication with other healthcare providers involved in your treatment.

For Payment

We may use and disclose your information to bill and receive payment for services provided. This may include sharing information with insurance companies or third-party payers.

For Healthcare Operations

We may use and share your information for routine operations, such as quality improvement, staff training, licensing, and business management activities.

Appointment Reminders and Care Communication

We may use your information to contact you with appointment reminders, follow-up instructions, or information about your care.

As Required by Law

We may disclose health information when required by law, including for public health reporting, health oversight activities, or legal proceedings.

Public Health and Safety

We may share information to prevent or reduce a serious threat to health or safety, or for public health activities such as disease prevention and reporting.

Research (Limited Circumstances)

In some cases, information may be used or shared for research purposes when approved and permitted by law.

Business Associates

We may share information with trusted third parties who perform services on our behalf, such as billing or record management. These partners are required to protect your information and follow privacy regulations.

Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information

Right to Access

You have the right to request access to and receive a copy of your health records, as permitted by law.

Right to Request Corrections

If you believe information in your record is incorrect or incomplete, you may request that it be updated.

Right to Request Restrictions

You may ask us to limit how your information is used or shared. While we will consider all requests, we may not be able to agree to every restriction.

Right to Confidential Communications

You can request that we contact you in a specific way (for example, by phone or mail) or at a specific location.

Right to an Accounting of Disclosures

You may request a list of certain disclosures of your health information made outside of treatment, payment, or healthcare operations.

Right to a Paper Copy

You have the right to request a paper copy of this Notice at any time.

Our Responsibilities

Safeguarding Information

We are required by law to maintain the privacy and security of your health information and to provide you with this Notice of our legal duties and privacy practices.

Following This Notice

We must follow the terms of this Notice currently in effect.

Breach Notification

If a breach occurs that may have compromised the privacy or security of your information, we will notify you as required by law.

Special Situations

Family Members and Caregivers

We may share relevant health information with family members, caregivers, or others involved in your care when appropriate, unless you object.

Emergencies

In emergency situations, we may share information when necessary to provide care or ensure safety.

Minors

For patients under 18, information may be shared with parents or legal guardians as allowed by law.

Changes to This Notice

Updates to Privacy Practices

We reserve the right to change this Notice at any time. Any updates will apply to all health information we maintain and will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Questions About Your Privacy Rights

Your Rights Matter

You have the right to understand how your information is used and to exercise your privacy rights as described in this Notice.