If you have any questions about this Notice, please contact our Privacy Officer, Jennifer Tempesta, MSN, ANP.This Notice of Privacy Practices describes how A+P HOUSE CALLS may use and disclose your protected health information (PHI) to carry out treatment, payment, health care operations, and for other purposes permitted or required by law. It also describes your rights to access and control your PHI. “Protected health information” refers to information about you, including demographic details, that may identify you and relates to your past, present, or future physical or mental health or condition, and related healthcare services.We are required to comply with the terms of this Notice of Privacy Practices. We may update the terms of this Notice at any time. The new Notice will be effective for all PHI we maintain at that time. Upon your request, we will provide you with any revised Notice of Privacy Practices.

Uses and Disclosures of Protected Health InformationYour PHI may be used and disclosed by A+P HOUSE CALLS, our office staff, and others involved in your care and treatment, for the purpose of providing health care services. Your PHI may also be used to obtain payment for health care services provided, and to support the operation of our healthcare practice.Examples of uses and disclosures include:Treatment: We will use and disclose your PHI to provide, coordinate, or manage your health care and related services, including coordinating with other providers involved in your care.Payment: We may use and disclose your PHI as needed to obtain payment or reimbursement for health care services you receive from us or other providers.Health Care Operations: We may use or disclose your PHI for quality assessment, employee review, licensing, credentialing, and other business activities related to the operation of our practice.

SMS Notification PolicyIn addition to the uses outlined above, we may use SMS messaging for the following purposes, in accordance with this Notice of Privacy Practices:Appointment Scheduling and Reminders: You may receive SMS notifications regarding scheduling, confirming, or reminding you of upcoming appointments to ensure you have the necessary details.Support and Inquiries: If you have made inquiries, you may receive SMS notifications to provide answers or updates on your request. This will ensure you receive timely and relevant responses related to your health care.These communications are intended to provide you with essential information about your appointments or inquiries. We ensure that these notifications are sent securely to protect your privacy. By contacting Adult and Pediatric NP House Calls via text or by providing your phone number, you consent to receive text message responses in relation to your initial communication. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out of receiving text SMS at any time by replying STOP or by sending an email to jennifer@apnphousecalls.com. Reply HELP for Support.

Other Permitted and Required Uses and Disclosures Without Your AuthorizationWe may disclose your PHI in the following situations without your prior consent or authorization:Required by Law: To the extent required by law.Public Health: To public health authorities for activities like disease control or injury prevention.Legal and Law Enforcement: For legal proceedings or law enforcement purposes as permitted by law.

Your Rights Regarding Your Protected Health Information You have several rights concerning your PHI, including:Right to Inspect and Copy: You can request access to your PHI to inspect and obtain copies of your medical records.Right to Request a Restriction: You may request limitations on how your PHI is used or disclosed.Right to Receive Confidential Communications: You may request to receive communications through alternative means (e.g., by different phonefax or email) to protect your privacy or opt out of SMS/email communication altogether. Right to Amend Your PHI: You can request an amendment to your PHI if you believe it is incorrect or incomplete. Right to an Accounting of Disclosures: You may request a report of certain disclosures of your PHI made by us. Right to a Copy of This Notice: You can request a paper copy of this Notice, even if you have received it electronically.

Complaints: 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. We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.

For further information or to file a complaint, please contact our Privacy Officer, Jennifer Tempesta, at 516-725-5853.