KC Primary Care

HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

KC Primary Care

Effective Date: January 1, 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.

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At KC Primary Care, your privacy matters. We are committed to safeguarding your protected health information (PHI) in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

This Notice explains:

  • How we may use and share your health information
  • Your rights regarding your health information
  • Our legal obligations under HIPAA

How We May Use and Disclose Your Health Information

We may use or share your health information in the following ways:

For Treatment

To provide, coordinate, or manage your care.

Example: Sharing information with labs, imaging centers, pharmacies, or other healthcare professionals involved in your treatment.

For Payment

To bill and collect payment for the services provided.

Example: Submitting claims to insurance (if applicable) or processing self-pay billing.

For Healthcare Operations

To run our practice efficiently and improve quality of care.

Example: Administrative planning, performance reviews, and staff training.

As Required by Law

We may disclose your information when required by federal, state, or local law.

With Your Authorization

Other uses or disclosures not listed above will be made only with your written permission. You may revoke your authorization at any time in writing.

Your Rights Under HIPAA

You have the right to:

Access Your Records

Request copies of your medical records in paper or electronic format.

Request Corrections

Ask us to correct information you believe is inaccurate or incomplete.

Request Restrictions

Request limits on how we use or share your information. We will consider all requests but are not required to agree.

Request Confidential Communications

Ask us to contact you in a specific way (e.g., only by phone, mail, or email).

Receive an Accounting of Disclosures

Request a list of certain disclosures of your information made outside of treatment, payment, or healthcare operations.

Receive a Copy of This Notice

Request a paper or electronic copy of this Notice at any time.

 

Our Responsibilities

We are required by law to:

  • Maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information
  • Provide you with this Notice of our legal duties and privacy practices
  • Notify you if a breach occurs that may have compromised your health information
  • Follow the terms of this Notice

 

Complaints

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with our office or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

You will not face retaliation or penalties for filing a complaint.

 

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Notice or want to exercise your rights, please contact:

KC Primary Care

11709 Roe Ave., Suite B

Leawood, KS 66211

Phone: (913) 350-0586

Email: nurse@kcprimarycare.com

 

Changes to This Notice

We reserve the right to update this Notice at any time. Changes will apply to all health information we maintain and will be posted on our website with an updated effective date.

 

Additional HIPAA Information

This Notice serves as a summary of how KC Primary Care protects and uses your health information.

A complete HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices is maintained at our practice and is shared with patients during onboarding. Patients may request a full version at any time by contacting our office.

This summary does not replace or override the complete HIPAA Notice in effect at KC Primary Care.