Notice of Privacy Practices (HIPAA)

Effective Date: November 13, 2025
Applied Behavior Analysts PLLC
Licensed Behavior Analysts | Virginia Board of Medicine
540-729-8940

Purpose of This Notice

This Notice describes how your health information may be used and disclosed and how you can access that information. We are required by law to maintain the privacy of your protected health information (PHI) and to provide you with this notice explaining our legal duties and privacy practices.

1. Our Commitment to Your Privacy

Applied Behavior Analysts PLLC values your trust and complies with all requirements of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable Virginia laws. Your information will be used and shared only as permitted or required by law.

2. How We May Use and Disclose Health Information

We may use and disclose PHI for the following purposes:

Treatment
To provide, coordinate, or manage your behavioral services. This may include communication with caregivers, support staff, physicians, or other members of your interdisciplinary team.

Payment
To bill and collect payment for services provided. This includes sharing information with Medicaid, Managed Care Organizations (MCOs), or fiscal intermediaries involved in the DD/ID Waiver program.

Health Care Operations
To support administrative, quality improvement, training, and auditing activities necessary to maintain compliance and service effectiveness.

Required by Law
We may disclose PHI when required by law, such as reporting abuse or neglect, responding to court orders, or meeting public health requirements.

Other Permitted Uses
We may disclose limited PHI for appointment reminders, service coordination, or to prevent a serious threat to health or safety.

3. Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information

You have the right to:

• Inspect and request a copy of your health information.

• Request a correction if information is inaccurate or incomplete.

• Request restrictions on how your information is used or shared (we may not always be able to agree).

• Request confidential communication (e.g., alternate phone or email).

• Receive an accounting of disclosures (list of when we shared your PHI).

• Receive a paper or electronic copy of this notice upon request.

Requests should be made in writing to:
📧 info@AppliedBehaviorAnalysts.com
📞 540-729-8940

4. Changes to This Notice

We reserve the right to modify this Notice at any time. Updated versions will be posted on our website and available upon request. Changes apply to all PHI we maintain.

5. Questions or Complaints

If you have questions or believe your privacy rights have been violated, contact:

Privacy Officer
Applied Behavior Analysts PLLC
Email: info@AppliedBehaviorAnalysts.com
Phone: 540-729-8940

You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights. We will not retaliate for filing a complaint.

Website Terms of Use & Disclaimer

Effective Date: November 13, 2025
Applied Behavior Analysts PLLC
 

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree, please do not use this website.

2. Informational Use Only

All content provided on this website — including articles, blog posts, educational materials, and service descriptions — is for general informational and educational purposes only.
It does not constitute professional advice, diagnosis, or establish a provider-client relationship.

If you need behavioral consultation or clinical services, please contact us directly or your support coordinator to initiate Therapeutic Consultation under the Virginia DD/ID Waiver.

3. No Emergency or Crisis Response

This website is not monitored 24/7 and should not be used to report emergencies or behavioral crises.
If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.

For mental health crises in Virginia, contact 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) or your local Community Services Board (CSB).

4. Limitation of Liability

Applied Behavior Analysts PLLC is not responsible for any loss, damage, or injury resulting from reliance on information provided through this site or linked resources.

5. External Links

Links to other websites or resources are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. We do not endorse and are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

6. Intellectual Property

All text, graphics, logos, and other materials are the property of Applied Behavior Analysts PLLC and may not be reproduced without written permission.

7. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time without notice. Updates will be posted here with a revised effective date.

8. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms or your use of our website:

Applied Behavior Analysts PLLC
Email: info@AppliedBehaviorAnalysts.com
Phone: 540-729-8940
Location: Culpeper, Virginia