Notice of Privacy Practices

Our Legal Duty

NADY Integrative Care, LLC ("Practice," "we," "us," or "our") is required by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), the HIPAA Omnibus Rule, and applicable Florida law to:

• Maintain the privacy of your Protected Health Information (PHI)
• Provide you with this Notice of our legal duties and privacy practices
• Notify you following a breach of unsecured PHI
• Follow the terms of this Notice currently in effect

We reserve the right to change this Notice at any time. Any revised Notice will apply to all PHI we maintain and will be made available in our office and upon request.

What is Protected Health Information (PHI)?

Protected Health Information (PHI) is information that identifies you and relates to your past, present, or future physical or mental health condition, treatment, or payment for healthcare services.

How We May Use and Disclose Your PHI

We may use and disclose your PHI without your written authorization for the following purposes:

1. Treatment

We may use and disclose your PHI to provide, coordinate, or manage your healthcare. This includes services such as:

• Primary care
• Preventative care
• Telehealth services
• IV therapy and hydration services
• Vitamin injections and therapeutic injections
• Trigger point injections
• Aesthetic services
• In-home or mobile healthcare services
• Laboratory testing and diagnostic services
• Referrals to specialists

We may share PHI with other healthcare providers involved in your care.

2. Payment

We may use and disclose PHI to bill and collect payment for services rendered. This includes:

• Insurance companies
• Third-party payers
• Billing companies
• Collection agencies (when necessary)

We may disclose information necessary to determine eligibility, coverage, and medical necessity.

3. Healthcare Operations

We may use PHI for operational purposes such as:

• Quality assessment and improvement
• Licensing and accreditation
• Compliance reviews
• Staff training
• Business management
• Audits and risk management
• Appointment reminders

Uses and Disclosures Permitted or Required by Law

We may disclose your PHI without your authorization when required or permitted by law, including:

• Public health reporting
• Reporting communicable diseases
• Abuse, neglect, or domestic violence reporting
• Health oversight activities
• Judicial and administrative proceedings
• Law enforcement purposes
• Coroners, medical examiners, and funeral directors
• Organ and tissue donation
• Workers' compensation
• To prevent or lessen a serious threat to health or safety

We comply with Florida reporting requirements and applicable federal regulations.

Special Protections for Certain Information

Certain types of information receive additional protection under federal and Florida law, including:

• Psychotherapy notes
• Mental health records
• HIV/AIDS testing and treatment information
• Substance abuse treatment records
• Genetic information

We will obtain your written authorization before releasing such information when required by law.

Telehealth and Electronic Communications

As part of our services, we may provide telehealth consultations and communicate electronically. While we utilize HIPAA-compliant platforms and security safeguards, electronic communication carries inherent risks. By participating in telehealth services, you acknowledge and accept these risks.

Marketing and Sale of PHI

We will not use or disclose your PHI for marketing purposes or sell your PHI without your written authorization, except as permitted by law.

Your Rights Regarding Your PHI

You have the following rights:

1. Right to Access

You have the right to inspect and obtain a copy of your PHI in paper or electronic format within 30 days of your request.

2. Right to Request Amendment

If you believe information in your record is incorrect or incomplete, you may request an amendment in writing.

3. Right to Request Restrictions

You may request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures of your PHI. We are not required to agree to requested restrictions, except in certain circumstances involving self-pay services.

4. Right to Confidential Communications

You may request that we communicate with you in a specific way (e.g., only by phone or at a different mailing address).

5. Right to an Accounting of Disclosures

You have the right to receive a list of certain disclosures made within the past six (6) years.

6. Right to a Paper Copy

You may request a paper copy of this Notice at any time, even if you agreed to receive it electronically.

7. Right to File a Complaint

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint without fear of retaliation.

To file a complaint with our Practice, contact:

Breach Notification

In the event of a breach of unsecured PHI, we will notify you in accordance with federal and Florida law.

Changes to This Notice

We reserve the right to change the terms of this Notice. Any changes will apply to all PHI we maintain. Updated versions will be available upon request and in our office.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Notice or your privacy rights, please contact: