Privacy Policy – HIPAA Compliance

Lord of Aesthetics – The Woodlands, Texas

At Lord of Aesthetics, we value the trust you place in us. We are committed to protecting the privacy of your personal and health information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and applicable Texas privacy laws. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your Protected Health Information (PHI) and outlines your rights regarding that information.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information: - Personal details (name, address, phone number, date of birth, email address) - Health and medical history relevant to your care - Treatment records and progress notes - Payment information for billing purposes - Photographs taken for treatment planning and results documentation (with your consent)

2. How We Use Your Information

Your PHI is used for: - Providing and coordinating your care and treatment - Processing payments and insurance claims (if applicable) - Conducting quality improvement and staff training - Complying with legal and regulatory requirements We will not use or disclose your PHI for purposes other than those described in this policy without your explicit written authorization.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your PHI only as permitted by law: - With other healthcare providers directly involved in your care - With insurance companies or billing services for payment processing - With regulatory or public health authorities as required by law - With your written permission for any non-treatment or non-billing purposes (such as marketing or testimonials)

4. Safeguarding Your Information

Lord of Aesthetics uses administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your PHI, including: - Secure, HIPAA-compliant electronic medical record systems - Encrypted email communication for PHI transmission

- Restricted access to PHI by authorized personnel only - Locked storage for paper records and confidential documents

5. Your Rights

Under HIPAA, you have the right to: - Access and obtain a copy of your PHI - Request corrections to your PHI - Request restrictions on how your PHI is used or disclosed - Receive a list of disclosures made without your authorization - Request confidential communications (e.g., alternative contact methods) - File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated Requests to exercise these rights should be submitted in writing to our Privacy Officer.

6. Photography & Marketing

Photographs for marketing or educational purposes will only be used with your written consent. Clinical photographs taken for treatment documentation are part of your medical record and protected under HIPAA.

7. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website and available at our clinic.

8. Contact

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Privacy Officer Lord of Aesthetics

📧 avalord@lordofaesthetics.com

📧 9595 Six Pines Dr, Suite 4250, The Woodlands, TX 77380