Privacy Notice
Effective Date: January 1, 2024
This Privacy Notice describes how Able Autism Therapy Services collects, uses, and protects your personal and health information.
Your Privacy is Our Priority
At Able Autism Therapy Services, we are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal and health information. This Privacy Notice explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of your information in compliance with HIPAA and other applicable privacy laws.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We collect personal information necessary to provide therapy services, including:
- Child and family contact information (names, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses)
- Emergency contact information
- Insurance and billing information
- Demographic information (age, date of birth, gender)
Health Information
We collect and maintain health information to provide appropriate therapy services:
- Medical history and diagnoses
- Current medications and treatments
- Therapy assessments and progress notes
- Treatment plans and goals
- Communications with healthcare providers and schools
Website Information
When you visit our website, we may collect:
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- IP address and general location information
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
Treatment and Care Coordination
- Providing therapy services and developing treatment plans
- Coordinating care with other healthcare providers
- Communicating with schools and educational teams
- Monitoring progress and adjusting interventions
Payment and Operations
- Processing insurance claims and billing
- Scheduling appointments and sending reminders
- Quality assurance and compliance monitoring
- Staff training and supervision
Legal and Safety Requirements
- Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
- Reporting as required by law (such as suspected abuse)
- Protecting the safety of individuals and the public
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
With Your Authorization
- Healthcare providers involved in your child's care
- Schools and educational professionals
- Insurance companies for coverage determinations
- Family members you designate to receive information
Without Authorization (As Permitted by Law)
- Emergency situations to protect health and safety
- Legal proceedings when required by court order
- Government agencies for public health or safety
- Law enforcement when required by law
Data Security and Protection
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:
Technical Safeguards
- Encrypted data transmission and storage
- Secure servers and firewalls
- Regular security updates and patches
- Multi-factor authentication
Administrative Safeguards
- Staff training on privacy and security
- Access controls and user permissions
- Regular audits and monitoring
- Incident response procedures
Despite our security measures, no system is 100% secure. If you believe your information has been compromised, please contact us immediately.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal and health information:
Access and Review
You have the right to access and review your health information. We will provide copies of your records upon request, subject to certain legal limitations.
Amendment
You may request amendments to your health information if you believe it is incorrect or incomplete. We will review your request and make appropriate changes when warranted.
Restriction of Use
You may request restrictions on how we use or disclose your information. While we will consider your requests, we are not required to agree to all restrictions.
Accounting of Disclosures
You have the right to receive an accounting of disclosures of your health information made by us for certain purposes.
Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling certain cookies may limit website functionality.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Notice periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and, when required, by direct communication. The effective date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last updated.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Notice, wish to exercise your rights, or have concerns about how we handle your information, please contact us:
Able Autism Therapy Services
Privacy Officer
Email: privacy@ableaba.com
Phone: (770) 123-4567
Mailing Address:
123 Main Street
Alpharetta, GA 30004
Filing a Complaint
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. You will not be retaliated against for filing a complaint.
File with Us
Submit complaints to our Privacy Officer using the contact information above.
File with HHS
Visit www.hhs.gov/ocr or call 1-800-368-1019 for information on filing complaints with the Office for Civil Rights.
