Your Privacy Matters
We follow the guidelines of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to protect your personal health information (PHI).
This page explains how we use, share, and safeguard your health information, and your rights as a patient.
What Information Do We Collect?
We may collect and store information like:
- Your name, address, phone number, and
- Medical history, symptoms, and treatment notes
- Insurance details and billing information
This helps us provide care, communicate with you, and keep accurate records.
How We Use Your Information
We may use your health information to:
- Treat you and coordinate your care
- Bill your insurance or send you invoices
- Contact you about appointments or follow-ups
- Improve our services and keep your records up to date
We only use or share your information when necessary, and only with people or organizations who are allowed to see it (like your insurance provider or another doctor, with your permission).
Your Rights Under HIPAA
You have the right to:
- See or get a copy of your health records
- Ask us to fix incorrect or incomplete information
- Request confidential communication (e.g., by phone or mail)
- Limit who we share your information with
- Ask for a list of who has accessed your records
- File a complaint if you believe your rights have been violated
To exercise any of these rights, just contact our office. We're happy to help.
How We Protect Your Information
We take your privacy seriously. Your records are stored securely, and we use safeguards to keep your information safe, whether it's on paper, in our electronic system, or shared verbally.
Questions or Concerns?
If you have any questions about our privacy practices, or if you'd like to request your records, please contact:
Atlas Chiropractic Health Center
1401 E Jefferson St Ste 501
Seattle WA 98122
(206) 324-2225
Note: This privacy policy may be updated periodically. The most current version will always be available here on our website.