At Anew Psychiatry, your privacy is extremely important to us. This summary explains, in simple terms, how we protect your personal and health information.
 

What Information We Collect
 

We collect information such as:

• Your name, date of birth, address, and contact information

• Your medical and mental health history

• Treatment plans, medications, and session notes

• Insurance and billing information
   

How Your Information Is Used
 

We use your information only to:

• Provide psychiatric and therapy services

• Coordinate care with other providers (with your permission)

• Process payment or insurance claims

• Maintain clinical and administrative operations
   

Your Rights
 

You have the right to:

• See or get a copy of your medical record

• Request corrections

• Request how and where we contact you

• Request limits on how your information is shared

• Get a list of when your information was shared

• File a complaint if you feel your privacy was violated

Telehealth Privacy

If you use telehealth services:

• Sessions must take place in a private setting

• Sessions may not be recorded by either party

• Our platform is encrypted and HIPAA-compliant

How We Protect Your Information

We use:

• Encrypted electronic health records

• Secure telehealth platforms

• Staff training on confidentiality

• Policies preventing unauthorized access or disclosure

Questions or Concerns?

You can always contact our office at:
 (954) 871-9335
 info@anewpsychiatry.com

 2. FULL NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES (HIPAA-COMPLIANT)

This section is required by federal law and explains in detail how we may use and disclose your Protected Health Information (PHI).

OUR LEGAL DUTIES

Anew Psychiatry is required by law to:

• Maintain the privacy of your protected health information

• Provide you with this Notice

• Follow the terms of this Notice

• Notify you if a breach of your unsecured PHI occurs

HOW WE MAY USE & DISCLOSE YOUR HEALTH INFORMATION

We may use or disclose your information without additional consent in the following situations:

A. For Treatment

To diagnose, treat, and coordinate your care.
Examples:

• Consulting with another provider

• Sending prescriptions to your pharmacy

• Emergency safety concerns

B. For Payment

To bill you or your insurance plan.
Examples:

• Sending claims to insurance

• Verifying coverage

• Billing statements

C. For Healthcare Operations

To improve quality of care, ensure compliance, and manage office operations.
Examples:

• Quality improvement reviews

• Staff training

• Accreditation or audit processes

OTHER USES & DISCLOSURES ALLOWED BY LAW

We may disclose your PHI in certain circumstances, such as:

• When required by law or court order

• To report abuse, neglect, or domestic violence

• To prevent or reduce a serious threat to health or safety

• Public health activities

• Health oversight investigations

• Law enforcement (with proper authorization)

SPECIAL PROTECTIONS FOR MENTAL HEALTH INFORMATION

Psychotherapy Notes

These receive extra protection.
They cannot be shared without your written authorization, except when required by law (e.g., immediate safety concerns).

Substance Use Treatment Records

If applicable, records protected under 42 CFR Part 2 cannot be shared without written consent unless the law allows it.

Minors

Parents/guardians typically have access to a minor’s records unless:

• The minor legally consents to treatment

• Access would endanger the minor

• State law restricts disclosure

YOUR HIPAA RIGHTS

You have the right to:

1. Request Access

View or get a copy of your records.

2. Request Amendment

Ask us to correct or update your records.

3. Request Restrictions

Limit how your information is used or shared.
(We may not always be able to accommodate these.)

4. Request Confidential Communications

Ex: asking us to call only your mobile phone or use email.

5. Receive an Accounting of Disclosures

A list of when we shared your information (excluding treatment, payment, operations).

6. Receive a Paper Copy of This Notice

Even if you received an electronic copy.

TELEHEALTH PRIVACY

Anew Psychiatry uses secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platforms.
Patients agree to:

• Participate from a private, quiet location

• Not record sessions

• Inform us of any person present off-camera

• Ensure they have reliable internet security

If an emergency occurs during telehealth, we may contact emergency services.

USES & DISCLOSURES REQUIRING YOUR AUTHORIZATION

We must obtain your signed permission for:

• Psychotherapy notes (except for limited legal exceptions)

• Release of information to attorneys, schools, or employers

• Marketing or promotional communications

• Sale of PHI

You may revoke your authorization at any time.

OUR RESPONSIBILITIES

We are required to:

• Follow HIPAA regulations

• Use secure systems

• Limit access to those who need it

• Notify you if your information is breached

• Update this notice as needed

CHANGES TO THIS NOTICE

We may revise this Notice at any time.
Updated versions will be:

• Posted on our website

• Available in our office

• Provided upon request

QUESTIONS OR COMPLAINTS
 

If you have concerns about your privacy rights, contact:

Anew Psychiatry – Privacy Officer
 (954) 871-9335
 info@anewpsychiatry.com
 7301 Wiles Rd, Suite 106, Coral Springs, FL 33067

You may also file a complaint with:
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services – Office for Civil Rights (OCR)
You will not be penalized for filing a complaint.