Welcome to Audace Psychiatry and Mental Health. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal health information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard yOur information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), Minnesota state laws, and other applicable federal regulations.

Who We Are
Audace Psychiatry and Mental Health is a nurse practitioner-owned private mental health clinic based in Minnesota. We provide psychiatric and mental health services across the lifespan.

Our Commitment to Your Privacy
We are legally required to:

• Maintain the privacy of your protected health information (PHI).
• Provide you with this notice of our legal duties and privacy practices.
• Follow the terms of this notice currently in effect.

Information we Collect
We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal identifiable Information (PII): Name, address, phon number, date of birth, email address
• Health Information: Medical history, psychiatric evaluations, medications, treatment plans, and insurance details.
• Electronic Data: If you use our website or electronic patient portal, we may collect data such as IP address, browser type, and usage data.

How We Use and Share Your Information
We may use or disclose your information for the following purposes:

• Treatment
  To provide, coordinate, or manage your health care and related services.
• Payment
  To bill and collect payment for services provided.
• Health Care Operations
  For quality assessment, accreditation, provider training, and administrative purposes.
• When Required or Permitted by Law
  We may share information without your authorization:
  • To public health authorities
  • For judicial and administrative proceedings
  • With health oversight agencies
    To report abuse, neglect, or domestic violence
  • To avert a serious threat to health or safety

Your Rights Under HIPAA
You have the right to:

• Inspect and request a copy of your health records.
• Request a correction to your health records.
• Request restrictions on certain uses and disclosures.
• Receive confidential communications in a specified manner.
• Receive an accounting of disclosures.
• Receive a copy of this privacy policy.
• File a complaint without fear of retaliation if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.

Data Security
We use physical, administrative, and technical safeguards to protect your information. This includes secure EHR systems, encrypted communication tools, and restricted access protocols. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third Party Services
We do not sell or rent your personal information. If we partner with any third-party services (such as EHR platforms, billing companies, or telehealth providers), these entities are bound by HIPAA and contractual obligations to protect your data.

Communication Consent
By using our website or electronic communication tools (such as email or patient portal), you consent to receive communications from us electronically. We encourage using secure platforms for any protected health information.

Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:

Privacy Officer/Clinician
Audace Psychiatry and Mental Health
2042 Wooddale Drive Suite 250-5038 Woodbury MN
Phone: 763.807.2481
Email: [email protected]