Privacy Policy for Text and Phone Calls and Medical Records
At Kevin G Smith, Ph.D. and Associates, P.C., we value your privacy and take every measure to protect the confidentiality of your personal information. This privacy policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information for text and phone calls and medical records.
Collection of Personal Information
We collect personal information from you when you schedule an appointment, communicate with us via text or phone call, or share your medical history with us. The personal information we collect may include your name, address, date of birth, contact information, medical history, and other information relevant to your mental health treatment.
Use of Personal Information
We use your personal information to provide you with mental health treatment, communicate with you, and improve our services. We do not sell, share, or disclose your personal information to any third party unless required by law or authorized by you.
Protection of Personal Information
We take all reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. We use secure servers and encryption technologies to safeguard your personal information. We restrict access to your personal information to authorized personnel only.
Text and Phone Calls
We use encrypted messaging and phone systems to ensure the confidentiality of your text and phone conversations with our mental health providers. However, please note that electronic communication may not always be secure, and we cannot guarantee the confidentiality of your electronic communication.
Medical Records
We maintain your medical records in accordance with applicable laws and HIPPA regulations. Your medical records are confidential and will not be disclosed to any third party unless required by law or authorized by you. You have the right to access and request a copy of your medical records. Records conducted for pre-employment and forensic assessments are not considered to be part of your medical record, nor are raw psychological test data.
Consent
By using our mental health services, you consent to the collection, use, and protection of your personal information as described in this privacy policy.
Changes to Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify this privacy policy at any time. Any changes to this privacy policy will be posted on our website.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this privacy policy, please contact us at Edward Munoz at Kevin G. Smith, PH.D. and Associates, P.C.