Notice of Privacy Practices
Effective Date: 07/31/2025
This notice describes how medical and mental health information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.
1. Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At The OCD Relief Clinic, we are committed to protecting the privacy of your health information. We understand that the information we collect about you and your treatment is personal, and we are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of that information. This Notice of Privacy Practices explains how we handle your personal health information and outlines your rights with respect to that information.
2. Uses and Disclosures of Health Information
We may use and disclose your health information for the following purposes:
Treatment: We may use or disclose your health information to provide, coordinate, or manage your treatment. For example, we may share your information with other healthcare providers involved in your care.
Payment: We may use and disclose your health information to bill and collect payment for the services we provide to you. This may include sending information to your insurance company, a collection agency, or other relevant entities.
Healthcare Operations: We may use and disclose your health information for routine administrative purposes, such as quality assessments, training, and business management activities.
Required by Law: We may disclose your health information when required to do so by law, such as to report abuse or neglect, or in response to a court order or subpoena.
Appointment Reminders: We may contact you to remind you of appointments, treatment plans, or any other necessary follow-up regarding your care.
Emergencies: In the event of an emergency, we may use your health information to provide you with immediate medical attention.
3. Your Rights Regarding Health Information
You have the following rights regarding your health information:
Right to Inspect and Copy: You have the right to inspect and copy your health records, with certain exceptions. Requests for copies must be submitted in writing.
Right to Amend: If you believe any information in your health records is incorrect or incomplete, you may request that we amend your records. We may deny your request under certain circumstances.
Right to an Accounting of Disclosures: You have the right to request an accounting of disclosures of your health information made by us for purposes other than treatment, payment, or healthcare operations.
Right to Request Restrictions: You have the right to request that we limit how your health information is used or disclosed. We are not required to agree to these restrictions, but if we do, we will abide by our agreement.
Right to Confidential Communications: You have the right to request that we communicate with you in a specific way or at a specific location to maintain your privacy (e.g., by phone or mail).
Right to File a Complaint: If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
4. How We Protect Your Information
We are committed to securing your health information. We maintain physical, administrative, and technical safeguards to prevent unauthorized access to your health data. Only authorized individuals involved in your care or administrative functions have access to your health information.
5. Changes to This Notice
We may revise this Notice of Privacy Practices at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website and in our office. You can request a copy of the most current version at any time.
6. Contact Us
For more information about this notice or to exercise your rights, please contact:
The OCD Relief Clinic
5929 S. Fashion Point Drive, Ste 301, South Ogden, UT 84403
801-405-3827
admin@ocdrelief.net