Privacy Policy
Notice of Privacy Practices
This Notice outlines how your health information may be used or disclosed by Westlake Psychiatry and your rights regarding this information. Unless otherwise agreed upon in your Conditions of Service Agreement, this document governs how we handle your health information. Please read it carefully.
Health Information Use and Disclosure Without Your Authorization
Your health information may be used or disclosed primarily for treatment, payment, or operational purposes.
Examples include:
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• Treatment: Scheduling appointments, consulting with other providers, and managing your care plan.
• Payment: Generating invoices and collecting payments for services rendered.
• Operations: Quality assurance, staff training, or legal and administrative purposes to maintain the practice.
Limited Disclosures Without Authorization
In certain situations, we may use or disclose your information as required by law. Examples include public health reporting, legal compliance, or addressing safety concerns. These situations are uncommon but permitted under applicable regulations.
Specific Uses Requiring Authorization
Some uses and disclosures, such as for marketing or selling health information, require your explicit authorization. Westlake Psychiatry does not sell health information or engage in marketing activities requiring your consent. If applicable, your written authorization will be obtained before proceeding.
Your Rights Regarding Health Information
You have several rights concerning your health information, including:
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• Access and Copies: You may request a copy of your health information.
• Amendments: You may provide reasonable written supplementation to your file if you believe there may be an inaccuracy. We will always put forth our best faith effort to ensure your records are accurate.
• Restrictions: You may request limits on the use or disclosure of your information.
• Confidential Communications: You can request that we communicate with you in specific ways.
• Accounting of Disclosures: You may request a record of certain disclosures made over a specific timeframe.
To exercise these rights, you must submit a written request to Westlake Psychiatry vis fax at (512) 600-3122.
Conditions of Service Agreement Supremacy
The Conditions of Service Agreement you agree to with Westlake Psychiatry takes precedence over this Notice. Westlake Psychiatry operates as a fee-for-service practice and does not bill insurance or coordinate benefits electronically. Westlake Psychiatry PA is not considered a HIPAA covered entity. Texas Privacy Law and our steadfast commitment to your privacy are foundational to our services and we endeavor in good faith to always ensure the dignity and respect of all of our patients.
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