Privacy Policy

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PsychCareKS ("we," "our," or "us") is deeply committed to maintaining the privacy, integrity, and security of your personal and health-related information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information in accordance with federal and state privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Section A: HIPAA Compliance and Patient Medical Information

1. Information We Collect (PHI) We may collect and maintain both health-related and identifying personal information, including:

Protected Health Information (PHI): Medical history, mental health status, treatment records, diagnostic results, and any information submitted during consultations.
Personal Identifiers: Name, date of birth, contact information, and address.

2. Use of PHI We use your PHI solely to:

Provide clinical care, coordinate treatment, and manage wellness services.
Schedule appointments and manage your healthcare journey.
Comply with federal, state, and medical board requirements.

3. PHI Safeguards and Confidentiality

PHI is only accessible to authorized healthcare professionals involved in your care.
PHI is stored and transmitted securely through encrypted, HIPAA-compliant systems.
We never sell, disclose, or use your PHI for marketing purposes without explicit written authorization.

4. Your HIPAA Rights You have the right to:

Access, review, and request corrections to your medical information.
Request limits on use/disclosure of PHI.
Request alternative communication methods.
File complaints with us or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Section B: Digital Data, Website Use, and Communications

5. Digital Information We Collect When you visit our website or interact digitally, we may collect:

Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, session duration, and visited pages.
Cookies and Tracking Data: To monitor site usage and personalize your experience.

6. Purpose of Digital Data Use We use digital data to:

Improve website design, performance, and content relevance.
Understand how users interact with our platform.
Send tailored newsletters, updates, and promotions (only if you opt-in).
Conduct internal data analysis to improve service experience.

7. Contact Information for Non-Clinical Use We may use your email address or phone number to:

Send appointment reminders or updates.
Invite feedback on services.
Deliver informational content or promotional materials (with consent).
You may unsubscribe at any time without impacting your clinical care.

8. Sharing of Non-Clinical Data We may share non-clinical data with:

Reputable vendors providing hosting, analytics, and communication services.
Only under signed confidentiality agreements.
We do not sell or lease personal contact data to outside marketers.

9. Third-Party Websites and Services Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.

10. Cookies and Technology Controls

You can disable cookies via browser settings.
Disabling cookies may impact user experience but will not limit access to core services.

11. Children’s Privacy (Online Use) We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under

12.. Any child-related health information must be submitted by a parent or guardian.

Section C: Patient Communication & SMS Text Messaging Consent

Purpose of Communication
PsychCare Kansas uses secure, HIPAA-compliant communication systems to provide appointment reminders, scheduling updates, and relevant non-marketing notifications to patients who have consented to receive such communications.
Consent to Receive Messages
By providing your mobile number and accepting care at our clinic, you acknowledge and agree that:
- You may receive appointment reminders, scheduling confirmations, and other necessary healthcare communications via SMS text message.
- Message frequency will vary depending on the number and timing of your appointments.
- Standard message and data rates may apply.
- You may opt out of receiving messages at any time by replying “STOP” to any message.
No Marketing Without Separate Consent
PsychCare Kansas will not send promotional or marketing messages via SMS without obtaining separate, explicit written authorization from you.
Safeguards
All text messages are sent through HIPAA-compliant systems. However, standard SMS is not encrypted, and by opting in, you acknowledge the potential privacy risks inherent to SMS communication.
Revoking Consent
You may revoke your consent at any time by replying “STOP” to any text message or by contacting our front office directly. Opting out of SMS communications will not affect your access to care.
Contact for Questions
If you have any concerns about SMS communications, please contact us at 316-686-7884 or via our website contact form at https://psychcareks.com.

Updates to This Policy This Privacy Policy may be revised periodically. Changes will be posted with an updated effective date.