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HIPAA PRIVACY & CONFIDENTIALY NOTICE

Effective Date: March 31, 2026

Discovery Alcohol & Drug Education Program is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of your health and personal information in accordance with applicable laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

1. Our Commitment to Your Privacy

We understand that your health and treatment information is sensitive. Discovery maintains strict confidentiality and safeguards your information in compliance with federal and state regulations.

2. Protected Health Information (PHI)

Protected Health Information (PHI) includes any information related to your identity, health condition, treatment, or services received.

This may include:

  • Assessment results

  • Program participation

  • Treatment records

  • Communication related to your services
     

3. How We Use and Disclose Information

Your information may be used or disclosed only as permitted by law, including:

  • To provide treatment and services

  • To coordinate care and program requirements

  • For payment processing

  • To comply with court orders or legal requirements

  • For internal operations such as quality improvement
     

4. Confidentiality Protections

Discovery implements safeguards to protect your information, including:

  • Secure record-keeping systems

  • Limited access to authorized staff only

  • Confidential handling of all client records

We do not share your information for marketing purposes.
 

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your records

  • Request corrections to your information

  • Request restrictions on certain disclosures

  • Receive a record of disclosures when applicable
     

6. Communication

We may contact you regarding appointments, program updates, or important service-related information via phone, email, or other provided contact methods.
 

7. Complaints

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with Discovery or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services without fear of retaliation.
 

8. Changes to This Notice

Discovery reserves the right to update this notice at any time. Updates will be posted with a revised effective date.
 

9. Contact Information

Discovery Alcohol & Drug Education Program
1100 E NASA Pkwy
Houston, TX 77058

832.602.6065
admin@discoverydwi.com

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