NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES (HIPAA)
Effective Date: April 22, 2026
This Notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.
East Coast Aesthetics Medspa (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of your health information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
1. Our Responsibilities
We are required by law to:
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Maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information (“PHI”)
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Provide you with this Notice of our legal duties and privacy practices
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Notify you if a breach occurs that may have compromised your information
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Follow the terms of this Notice currently in effect
2. How We May Use and Disclose Your Information
We may use and share your health information in the following ways:
For Treatment
To provide, coordinate, and manage your care and services.
For Payment
To bill and receive payment for services provided.
For Healthcare Operations
To operate our practice, improve services, and ensure quality care.
3. Other Permitted Uses and Disclosures
We may also share your information:
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With medical professionals involved in your care
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For appointment reminders and follow-ups
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For health-related services or treatment options
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As required by law (e.g., public health reporting, legal proceedings)
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To prevent a serious threat to health or safety
4. Uses Requiring Your Authorization
We will not use or share your information for the following without your written permission:
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Marketing purposes
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Sale of your information
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Use of identifiable photos or treatment results
You may revoke your authorization at any time in writing.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access Your Information
Request a copy of your health records.
Request Corrections
Ask us to correct information you believe is inaccurate.
Request Confidential Communications
Ask us to contact you in a specific way (e.g., only by email or phone).
Request Restrictions
Ask us to limit what we use or share.
Receive an Accounting of Disclosures
Request a list of certain disclosures of your information.
File a Complaint
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information. However, no system is completely secure.
7. Changes to This Notice
We reserve the right to update this Notice at any time. Updated versions will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.
8. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact:
East Coast Aesthetics Medspa
25055 Riding Plz, Suite 130
Chantilly, VA 20152
(703) 493-0417