Effective Date: 2/8/26

This Notice describes how Protected Health Information (PHI) may be used and disclosed and how you can access this information.

Legal Duty

Dr. James Seghers, Licensed Psychologist (California), is required by law to:

• Maintain the privacy of PHI
• Provide this Notice
• Follow the terms of this Notice

Uses & Disclosures

PHI may be used or disclosed for:

• Treatment
• Payment
• Healthcare operations
  As permitted or required by law.

Other uses require written authorization.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and obtain copies of records
• Request amendments
• Request restrictions
• Receive confidential communications
• Receive an accounting of disclosures
• Obtain a paper copy of this Notice

Complaints

You may file a complaint with the Practice or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services if you believe your privacy rights have been violated. You will not be retaliated against for filing a complaint.

Changes

This Notice may be updated. Revised Notices will be posted on this website.

Privacy Contact

Email: drseghers@gmail.com