Privacy Practices & HIPAA Compliance

We are strictly committed to maintaining the privacy and security of your Protected Health Information (PHI) in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

How We Protect Your Information:

• Strict Confidentiality: Your personal and medical information is securely stored and only accessed by authorized personnel.

• Limited Use: We only use or disclose your PHI for purposes of treatment, payment, and essential healthcare operations, or as required by law.

• Your Rights: You have the right to review your health records, request corrections, and request an accounting of how your information has been shared.

For a comprehensive breakdown of your rights and our procedures, please review our full [Link to Full Notice of Privacy Practices PDF/Page].

Use of AI Transcription

To provide you with the highest quality of care, we may from time to time utilize specialized Artificial Intelligence (AI) transcription tools during appointments. This allows our providers to focus entirely on you rather than taking manual notes.

Please be assured that our use of AI strictly adheres to HIPAA regulations:

• HIPAA-Compliant Vendors: We only use enterprise-grade AI tools that have executed a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with our practice, legally binding them to HIPAA security standards.

• Data Security: All audio recordings and transcripts are fully encrypted in transit and at rest.

• No Public Training: Your private health data is never shared with third parties or used to train public AI models.

• Your Right to Opt-Out: Your comfort is our priority. If you prefer that we do not use AI transcription during your visit, simply let your provider know at the beginning of your appointment, and we will gladly accommodate your request.

Website Terms of Service

By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions.

• Not Medical Advice: The content provided on this website is for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the direct advice of your physician or qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition.

• No Emergency Use: Do not use this website, our email, or our contact forms for medical emergencies. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or proceed to the nearest emergency room immediately.

• Patient-Provider Relationship: Navigating this website or submitting inquiries through our contact forms does not establish a formal patient-provider relationship. That relationship is only established after a formal intake and consultation process.

• Secure Communications: While we take great care to protect your data, standard email and website contact forms may not be entirely secure. Please refrain from sending sensitive health information or urgent medical requests through the general contact form on this website.

• Modifications: We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms of Service at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the website constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.