Last updated: April 2026

THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW MEDICAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN GET THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW IT CAREFULLY.

Your Rights Under HIPAA

You have the right to:

Request restrictions on certain uses and disclosures of your health information
Receive confidential communications of your health information
Inspect and copy your health information
Request an amendment to your health information
Receive an accounting of disclosures of your health information
Obtain a paper copy of this notice upon request

Our Responsibilities

We are required to:

Maintain the privacy of your health information
Provide you with this notice of our legal duties and privacy practices
Notify you if a breach occurs that may have compromised your information
Follow the duties and privacy practices described in this notice

Uses and Disclosures of Health Information

We may use and disclose your health information for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations without your authorization. Examples include:

Treatment: Providing, coordinating, or managing your acupuncture care
Payment: Billing and collection activities
Healthcare Operations: Quality assessment, employee review, and training programs

Special Protections

HIV/AIDS information, substance abuse treatment records, and mental health records are protected under special federal and state laws. We will not disclose this information without your specific written authorization except as permitted by law.

Complaints

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.

Contact Information

For questions or to exercise your rights, contact:
Dr. Lucy Brooks, DAOM
9776 S Military Trail, Suite D2-3
Boynton Beach, FL 33436
(561) 666-8826