HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

Notice of Privacy Practices

Last Updated: June 2026

This Notice of Privacy Practices describes how your medical information may be used and disclosed and how you can access this information. Please review it carefully.

At Doctors Detox, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of your health information. Federal law requires us to maintain the privacy of your protected health information (PHI), provide you with this notice of our legal duties and privacy practices, and follow the terms of the notice currently in effect.

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

Your health information is personal. We are dedicated to safeguarding your medical records and maintaining the confidentiality of your protected health information in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Protected Health Information (PHI) includes information that identifies you and relates to your past, present, or future physical or mental health condition, healthcare services, or payment for healthcare services.

How We May Use and Disclose Your Health Information

The following categories describe different ways we may use or disclose your health information without requiring your written authorization.

Treatment

We may use and share your health information to provide, coordinate, and manage your healthcare services.

Examples include:

Reviewing your medical history
Evaluating treatment eligibility
Coordinating care among providers
Developing personalized treatment plans
Discussing therapies and wellness recommendations

Payment

We may use and disclose your information as necessary to obtain payment for services provided.

Examples include:

Processing payments
Verifying benefits
Collecting balances
Providing documentation required for billing

Healthcare Operations

We may use your information to support business operations and improve patient care.

Examples include:

Quality improvement activities
Staff training and education
Compliance reviews
Licensing and accreditation requirements
Internal audits and administrative functions

Appointment Reminders

We may contact you regarding:

Upcoming appointments
Follow-up visits
Scheduling updates
Wellness check-ins

Communications may be sent via phone, voicemail, email, text message, or patient communication platforms.

Health-Related Services

We may contact you about services, treatment options, educational materials, wellness programs, and other health-related benefits that may be of interest to you.

Individuals Involved in Your Care

Unless you object, we may share relevant information with family members, caregivers, or others involved in your healthcare or payment for healthcare services.

Public Health and Legal Requirements

We may disclose health information when required by law, including:

Public health reporting
Government investigations
Law enforcement requests
Court orders
Regulatory compliance
Preventing serious threats to health or safety

Business Associates

We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, including:

Electronic medical record systems
Billing providers
Appointment scheduling systems
Technology and software providers
Payment processors

These parties are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.

Uses and Disclosures Requiring Authorization

Certain uses and disclosures of your protected health information require your written authorization.

Examples include:

Marketing activities not otherwise permitted by HIPAA
Release of records to third parties upon request
Certain research activities
Uses not specifically described in this notice

You may revoke an authorization at any time in writing, except to the extent that action has already been taken based on your authorization.

Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information

You have the following rights regarding your protected health information:

Right to Access Your Records

You have the right to inspect and obtain a copy of your medical records, subject to certain legal exceptions.

Right to Request Corrections

If you believe information in your medical record is incorrect or incomplete, you may request an amendment.

Right to Request Restrictions

You may request limitations on how we use or disclose your information. While we will consider all requests, we are not required to agree to every restriction.

Right to Request Confidential Communications

You may request that we communicate with you through specific methods or at specific locations.

Examples include:

Alternative mailing addresses
Specific phone numbers
Email communications

Right to Receive an Accounting of Disclosures

You may request a list of certain disclosures we have made regarding your protected health information.

Right to Receive a Copy of This Notice

You may request a paper copy of this Notice of Privacy Practices at any time, even if you have agreed to receive it electronically.

Our Responsibilities

Doctors Detox is required by law to:

Maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information
Provide you with this Notice of Privacy Practices
Notify you in the event of a breach involving unsecured protected health information when required by law
Follow the privacy practices described in this notice

We reserve the right to modify this notice and make revised terms effective for all protected health information maintained by our practice.

Updated notices will be posted on our website and available upon request.

Complaints

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with Doctors Detox or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

You will not be retaliated against for filing a complaint.

To submit a privacy concern or complaint, please contact our office using the information below.

Contact Information

Doctors Detox
West Palm Beach, Florida
Phone: (561) 624-9000
Email: info@doctorsdetox.com
Website: doctorsdetox.com