Privacy Policy

1) Our Legal Duties
We are required by law to maintain the privacy and security of your protected health
information (PHI), provide you with this Notice, follow its terms, and notify you if a breach occurs that may compromise your information.

2) How We May Use and Disclose Your PHI Treatment — We may share PHI to provide and coordinate your care. Payment — We may use PHI to bill and receive payment for services.
Health Care Operations — Includes quality improvement, training, auditing, and
administrative activities.
Appointment Reminders — We may contact you regarding appointments and care.
Individuals Involved in Care — We may share relevant information with family or others
involved in your care unless you object.
As Required by Law — Includes public health reporting, law enforcement, court orders, and other legal requirements.

3) Behavioral Health and Substance Use Information
Some behavioral health or substance use information may receive additional protections under federal law (42 CFR Part 2). When applicable, disclosures may require specific written consent except in limited circumstances.

4) Uses Requiring Written Authorization
We will not use or disclose your PHI for marketing, sale of information, or other purposes not described in this Notice without your written authorization.

5) Your Rights
• Request copies of your medical records
• Request corrections to your records

• Request confidential communications
• Request limits on certain uses/disclosures
• Receive a list of certain disclosures
• File a complaint without retaliation

6) Electronic Communications and Portal Use
Electronic communications (email, text) may not be completely secure. You may request alternative communication methods.

7) Website Privacy and Tracking
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to operate and improve services. We take steps to avoid improper disclosure of health information through online tools.

8) Changes to This Notice
We may change this Notice at any time. The current version will be posted on our website and available in our office.

9) Complaints
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may contact our Privacy Officer or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights. We will not retaliate against you.