1. Introduction
Welcome to Pathways SLP, a company dedicated to providing speech, language, and cognitive therapy services. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information, ensuring compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other relevant privacy laws.
2. Information We Collect
We collect and maintain information that is necessary for the provision of our speech, language, and cognitive therapy services. This may include but is not limited to:
Patient demographic information
Medical history
Treatment plans and progress notes
Contact details
3. How We Collect Information
We collect information through various means, including:
Patient intake forms
Direct communication with patients
Electronic communication (e.g., emails)
Information provided by healthcare professionals
4. Use of Information
The information collected is used for the following purposes:
Treatment planning and delivery of therapy services
Communication with patients and healthcare professionals
Billing and insurance purposes
Internal record-keeping and quality improvement
5. Information Security
We are committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of your personal information. We employ industry-standard physical, electronic, and administrative safeguards to protect against unauthorized access and disclosure.
6. Information Sharing
We may share your information with:
Our healthcare professionals directly involved in your care
Third-party service providers necessary for the delivery of our services
As required by law or regulatory authorities
7. Patient Rights
You have the right to:
Access your health information
Request corrections to your health information
Restrict certain uses and disclosures of your information
Request confidential communication methods
8. Changes to Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be effective upon posting the revised policy on our website.
9. Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:
Hailey Carballo or hailey.carballo@pathwaysslp.com