At Innerpeace Psychiatric Services, your privacy is our priority. We are committed to protecting the confidentiality and security of your personal health information, whether you are a patient, website visitor, or someone seeking information about our services.

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1. HIPAA Compliance

As a healthcare provider, Innerpeace Psychiatric Services complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). We maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your protected health information (PHI). Your health records are used solely for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations, unless you provide written authorization for other uses.

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2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information from you:

• Name, contact information, and demographic data
• Medical and mental health history
• Insurance and billing information
• Website usage data (if you use our site)

We collect information directly through forms you complete, communication with our office, and electronic systems used for scheduling or documentation.

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3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

• Provide clinical care and communicate with you
• Schedule appointments and send reminders
• Process insurance claims or billing
• Respond to inquiries you submit via our contact forms
• Improve our website and services

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

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4. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and third-party analytics tools (like Google Analytics) to better understand how visitors interact with our site. This helps us improve the user experience. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

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5. Third-Party Platforms

We may use third-party services (e.g., Headway, Alma) to manage billing, scheduling, or communication. These platforms are HIPAA-compliant and contractually obligated to safeguard your information.

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6. Your Rights as a Patient

You have the right to:

• Request a copy of your medical records
• Request amendments to your health information
• Request a restriction on certain uses or disclosures
• Receive an accounting of disclosures
• File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

To exercise these rights, please contact us directly at [insert phone number] or [insert secure email address].

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7. Security

We take appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of your personal information.

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8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Continued use of our website or services indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.