Privacy Policy

At AM J Behavioral Health and Psychiatric Services, A Nursing PC, your privacy and the security of your personal and health information are our top priorities. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in compliance with HIPAA, California privacy laws, and industry best practices.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

  • ● Personal Information: Name, date of birth, address, phone number, email, and insurance details.
  • ● Health Information: Psychiatric history, medical conditions, medications, therapy notes, and assessments.
  • ● Website Usage Data: IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, and interactions with our website or telepsychiatry platform.
  • ● Communication Data: Emails, calls, and messages exchanged with our staff.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:
  • ● Provide psychiatric and behavioral health services, including telepsychiatry.
  • ● Schedule appointments, follow-ups, and reminders.
  • ● Coordinate care with your therapists, primary care providers, or other healthcare collaborators.
  • ● Improve our services, website functionality, and patient experience.
  • ● Communicate updates, resources, or newsletters (with your consent).

3. How We Share Your Information

We respect your privacy and only share your information when necessary:

  • ● With Healthcare Providers: To ensure coordinated, safe, and effective care.
  • ● With Insurance Providers: For billing, claims, and payment verification.
  • ● Legal Requirements: When required by law or court order.
  • ● Business Transfers: In the unlikely event of a merger, acquisition, or sale.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal or health information.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your information, including:

  • ● Encrypted telepsychiatry sessions and secure online portals.
  • ● Access controls limiting information to authorized staff only.
  • ● Regular security audits and staff training on privacy practices.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • ● Access your personal and health information.
  • ● Request corrections or updates to your information.
  • ● Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures.
  • ● Withdraw consent for communications, marketing, or newsletter subscriptions
  • ● Request deletion of your information, subject to legal and clinical requirements.

To exercise these rights, contact our Privacy Officer at:

Email : [Insert Email]

Phone: [Insert Phone]

6. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, track website usage, and improve services. Cookies do not contain personal health information. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

7. Updates to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in laws, services, or practices. Updated policies will be posted on our website with the effective date. Continued use of our website or services constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.