Dr. Brunson Telehealth & Recovery - HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
Effective Date: February 2025

Your Privacy Matters to Us

This HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP) describes how your Protected Health Information (PHI) may be used, disclosed, and safeguarded when you receive medical services from Dr. Brunson Telehealth & Recovery. It also explains your rights regarding your health information under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

If you have any questions about this notice, please contact us at:
Email: communications@drbrunsonrecovery.com
Address: Serving New Jersey via Telehealth

1. How We Use & Disclose Your Health Information

We may use and share your Protected Health Information (PHI) for the following permitted purposes:

A. Permitted Uses & Disclosures

Treatment: We use your health information to provide you with medical care, diagnose conditions, prescribe medications, and coordinate treatment with other healthcare providers.
Payment: We may use or disclose your information to process payments, submit claims, and communicate with your health insurance provider.
Healthcare Operations: Your information may be used to evaluate and improve the quality of care we provide, conduct audits, and manage administrative functions.

B. Additional Uses & Disclosures

Public Health & Safety: We may share your PHI when required by law to report communicable diseases, prevent health threats, or respond to public health emergencies.
Law Enforcement & Legal Requirements: We may disclose your PHI in response to a subpoena, court order, or other legal requirements.
Research & Healthcare Studies: In limited cases, we may use PHI for medical research or studies approved by HIPAA-compliant review boards.
Appointment Reminders: We may contact you via email, text, or phone to remind you about upcoming appointments.
Family & Caregivers: With your consent, we may share relevant health information with a family member or caregiver involved in your treatment.

2. Your Rights Under HIPAA

You have the following rights regarding your health information:

Right to Access: You can request a copy of your medical records, including electronic records.
Right to Request Corrections: If you believe any health information is incorrect, you may request an amendment.
Right to Restrict Use: You can request limitations on how your PHI is shared, although we may not always be able to accommodate all requests.
Right to Confidential Communication: You can request that we contact you through a specific method (e.g., email only).
Right to Receive a Copy of This Notice: You may request a printed or digital copy of this HIPAA Notice at any time.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take data security and privacy seriously. Our practice follows industry-standard protocols to protect your PHI, including:

HIPAA-Compliant Telehealth Platform: All virtual consultations are conducted through secure, encrypted platforms.
Secure Data Storage: Electronic health records are stored on HIPAA-compliant, encrypted servers.
Limited Access: Only authorized personnel have access to your medical records.

4. Reporting a Privacy Concern

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you can file a complaint: Email: communications@drbrunsonrecovery.com

You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) at https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa. We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.

5. Changes to This Notice

We may update this HIPAA Notice as needed to comply with changing laws and best practices. The latest version will always be available on our website at https://drbrunsonrecovery.com.

By using our telehealth services, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this HIPAA Notice.