HIPAA Statement
Notice of Privacy Practices (HIPAA)
Effective Date: 1/20/2026
This Notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can access this information. Please review it carefully.
Your Rights
You have the right to:- Access your records Request to see or receive a copy of your medical record (paper or electronic). We will provide it within 30 days and may charge a reasonable fee.
- Request corrections Ask us to correct information you believe is incorrect or incomplete. We may deny the request but will explain why in writing.
- Request confidential communications Ask us to contact you in a specific way (for example, phone, email, or alternate address). Reasonable requests will be honored.
- Limit certain uses or disclosures You may request limits on how we use or share your information. Some requests may be denied if required by law.
- Receive an accounting of disclosures Request a list of certain disclosures of your health information made in the past six years.
- Receive a copy of this notice You may request a paper copy at any time.
- Choose a representative If you have a legal guardian or power of attorney, that person may exercise your rights on your behalf.
- File a complaint You may file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services if you believe your privacy rights have been violated. We will not retaliate.
Your Choices
You may tell us your preferences regarding:- Sharing information with family, friends, or others involved in your care
- Communications related to appointment reminders or follow-up care
- Fundraising communications (you may opt out)
Our Uses and Disclosures
We may use or share your health information to:- Provide treatment With healthcare professionals involved in your care.
- Run our practice Including scheduling, billing, quality improvement, and administrative operations.
- Bill for services With insurance companies or financing entities.
- Comply with the law Including public health reporting, audits, investigations, and law enforcement requests.
- Ensure health and safety Including reporting abuse, neglect, domestic violence, or serious threats to health or safety.
- Respond to legal actions Such as court orders or subpoenas.
- Research When permitted or required by law.
Our Responsibilities
We are required by law to:- Maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information
- Notify you promptly if a breach occurs
- Follow the privacy practices described in this notice
- Provide you with a copy of this notice