Privacy Policy

Updated: September 29, 2023

Introduction

Dr. Alberto Miranda, Psy.D respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal and health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (albertomirandapsyd.com) or communicate with us through other means.

Information We Collect

In addition to personal and non-personal information, we may collect protected health information (PHI) as defined by HIPAA. This PHI includes medical records and other individually identifiable health information.

How We Use and Disclose Your Health Information

We use and disclose your health information (PHI) for the following purposes, in compliance with HIPAA:

  1. Providing Healthcare Services or Treatment: We may use your PHI to provide healthcare services, diagnose, and treat your condition.
  2. Payment-Related Purposes: Your PHI may be used for billing and insurance claims processing.
  3. Healthcare Operations: We may use and disclose PHI for healthcare operations, including quality assessment and improvement activities.
  4. Required Disclosures: We may disclose your PHI as required by law or public health authorities.
  5. Authorization Requirements: Any uses and disclosures not covered by HIPAA will require your written authorization.

Security and HIPAA Compliance

We have implemented stringent security measures to protect your PHI in compliance with HIPAA standards. These measures include encryption, access controls, and other safeguards to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your PHI.

Patient Rights under HIPAA

As a patient, you have rights under HIPAA, including:

  • The right to access your PHI.
  • The right to request amendments to your PHI.
  • The right to receive an accounting of disclosures of your PHI.
  • The right to request restrictions on certain uses and disclosures of your PHI.
  • The right to receive confidential communications of your PHI.
  • The right to file a complaint about HIPAA violations.

 

Please contact us using the information provided below to exercise any of these rights.

Business Associates

Certain third-party service providers (known as “business associates” under HIPAA) may have access to your PHI for purposes related to our services. These business associates are contractually obligated to protect your PHI and comply with HIPAA.

Breach Notification

In the event of a breach of unsecured PHI, we are obligated under HIPAA to notify affected individuals. We will take appropriate steps to address any breaches promptly and in compliance with HIPAA requirements.

Complaints and Contact Information

If you have concerns about HIPAA violations or wish to file a complaint, please contact us:

Dr. Alberto Miranda, Psy.D at the following email: alberto@albertomirnadapsyd.com

You also have the option to contact the Office for Civil Rights (OCR), the federal agency responsible for enforcing HIPAA.

For more information about your rights under HIPAA, you can visit the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services website.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in HIPAA regulations or our operational practices. The most recent version will be posted on this page, with the “Last Updated” date indicated at the top.