Notice of Privacy Practices (HIPAA Updated 2026)

THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW YOUR MEDICAL INFORMATION MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN ACCESS THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW IT CAREFULLY.

1. Uses and Disclosures of PHI

We may use your Protected Health Information (PHI) for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations, including coordination of care, billing, insurance verification, and quality improvement.

2. Business Associates

We may share PHI with third-party vendors under strict agreements requiring HIPAA compliance.

3. Permitted Disclosures

We may disclose PHI without authorization for public health, legal, law enforcement, abuse reporting, and other required purposes.

4. Reproductive Health Privacy (2024 Rule)

We will not disclose reproductive health information for investigations or legal action without proper legal requirements.

5. Communication

We may contact you via phone, text, or email. Electronic communication may carry some risk. You may request alternative communication methods.

6. Your Rights

You have rights to access, amend, restrict, and receive an accounting of disclosures. We respond within 30 days.

7. Breach Notification

You will be notified within 60 days of any breach of unsecured PHI.

8. Wisconsin-Specific Privacy Protections

Under Wisconsin law, additional protections may apply, including:

Minor consent laws for certain treatments
Confidentiality of mental health and developmental disability records
Restrictions on HIV/AIDS-related information disclosure
Compliance with Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 146 (Patient Health Care Records)

We comply with both federal and Wisconsin-specific privacy laws, applying the stricter standard when applicable.

9. Complaints

You may file a complaint with our Privacy Officer or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. You will not be penalized.

Effective Date: 2026