Notice of Privacy Practices (HIPAA)
Advanced Audiology Institute.
Advanced Audiology Institute NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES
Last Updated: 03/31/2026
THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW MEDICAL INFORMATION ABOUT YOU MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN GET ACCESS TO THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW IT CAREFULLY.
Effective Date: January 01, 2026
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
This Notice of Privacy Practice describes how Advanced Audiology Institute (“we,” “our,” or “us”) may use and disclose your protected health information (PHI) and your rights regarding that information. We are required by law to maintain the privacy of your PHI, provide you with this Notice, and follow the terms of the Notice currently in effect.
How We May Use and Disclose Your Health Information
We may use and disclose your PHI for the following purposes without your authorization:
Treatment
We may use and share your PHI to provide, coordinate, or manage your audiology care. This includes sharing information with physicians, other healthcare providers, hearing aid manufacturers, and vendors involved in your care.
Payment
We may use and disclose your PHI to bill and receive payment for services provided to you. This may include sharing information with your insurance plan, third-party payers, or billing services to determine eligibility, coverage, or payment.
Healthcare Operations
We may use and disclose your PHI for practice operations, such as quality assessment, training, licensing, auditing, business planning, and administrative activities necessary to run our practice.
Appointment Reminders and Health Information
We may contact you to remind you of appointments or provide information about treatment alternatives or other health-related benefits and services that may be of interest to you.
As Required by Law
We may disclose your PHI when required by federal, state, or local law.
Public Health and Safety
We may disclose PHI to public health authorities for activities such as preventing or controlling disease, reporting adverse events, or notifying individuals of recalls.
Health Oversight Activities
We may disclose PHI to health oversight agencies for audits, investigations, inspections, and licensure.
Workers’ Compensation
We may disclose PHI as authorization by and to the extent necessary to comply with workers’ compensation or similar programs.
Law Enforcement
We may disclose PHI for law enforcement purposes as permitted or required by law.
Nevada-Specific Privacy Rights and Disclosures
Nevada Patient Privacy Rights
Under Nevada law, you have the right to privacy concerning your medical care and medical records. We are committed to maintaining the confidentiality of your health information as required by both federal and Nevada state law.
Health Information Exchange (HIE)
Nevada law provides that you are not required to participate in a Health Information Exchange (HIE). We will not retrieve your health records from an HIE without your prior affirmative consent, except as otherwise permitted by law. You may request access to your records directly from our practice at any time.
Physical Privacy During Care
We take reasonable steps to protect your physical privacy during examinations, consultations, and treatment, including limiting access to treatment areas and using appropriate visual and auditory safeguards.
Uses and Disclosures That Require Your Authorization
Certain uses and disclosures of your PHI require your written authorization, including:
- Uses and disclosures for marketing purposes
- Sale of your PHI
- Most uses and disclosures of psychotherapy notes (if applicable)
You make revoke your authorization in writing at any time, except to the extent that action has already been taken in reliance on it.
Your Rights Regarding Your Heath Information
You have the following rights regarding your PHI:
Right to Inspect and Copy
You have the right to inspect and obtain a copy of your PHI contained in designated records sets, with limited exceptions.
Right to Request an Amendment
You may request an amendment to your PHI if you believe it is incorrect or incomplete.
Right to an Accounting of Disclosures
You may request a list of certain disclosures we have made of your PHI.
Right to Request Restrictions
You may request restrictions on how your PHI if you believe it is incorrect or incomplete.
Right to Request Confidential Communications
You may request that we communicate with you about your health information in a specific way or at a specific location.
Right to a Paper Copy of This Notice
You have the right to receive paper copy of this Notice upon request, even if you have agreed to receive it electronically.
Right to Be Notified of a Breach
You have the right to be notified if there is a breach of your unsecured PHI.
Our Responsibilities
We are required by law to:
- Maintain the privacy and security of your PHI
- Provide you with this Notice of our legal duties and privacy practices
- Notify you following a breach of unsecured PHI
- Follow the terms of this Notice
Changes to This Notice
We reserve the right to change the terms of this Notice. Any changes will apply to all PHI we maintain. The revised Notice will be available upon request and posted in or office and on our website, if applicable.
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. You will not be retaliated against for filling a complaint.
To file a complaint or for more information, contact:
Privacy Officer: Shanarae Lux
Practice Name: Advanced Audiology Institute
Address: 9080 W Cheyenne Ave Suite 110 Las Vegas, NV 89129
Phone: 702-853-7986
Email: [email protected]