Privacy Policy & HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

I. Our Pledge

We are committed to protecting your Protected Health Information (PHI) and have a legal duty to provide this notice of our legal duties and privacy practices with respect to your PHI. We will follow the terms of the notice currently in effect.

II. Use and Disclosure

We may use and disclose your information for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations (e.g., consultations) without your written authorization. We may also disclose your information for lawsuits and disputes if required by law.

III. Authorizations Required

Psychotherapy notes require your written authorization for disclosure, except for specific legal or safety reasons. We confirm that your PHI will not be sold or used for marketing purposes without your explicit authorization.

IV. Disclosures Not Requiring Authorization

We may disclose your PHI without your authorization for public health activities (such as reporting abuse or neglect), health oversight activities, law enforcement purposes, and to provide appointment reminders.

V. Opportunity to Object

You have the right to object to the sharing of your PHI with family members or friends who are involved in your care. If you are not present or unable to agree or object, we may exercise our professional judgment to determine whether the disclosure is in your best interest.

VI. Your Individual Rights

• Requesting limits on PHI use and disclosure.
• Restrictions for out-of-pocket expenses when paid in full.
• Choosing confidential communication methods.
• Accessing and copying your health records.
• Receiving an accounting of disclosures of your PHI.
• Requesting corrections or updates to your PHI.
• Receiving a paper or electronic copy of this notice.

Effective Date: This notice went into effect on 6/2/2024.