HIPAA
Effective Date: February 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.
The Backstory Chiropractic, PLLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is required by law to maintain the privacy of your Protected Health Information (PHI) and to provide you with this Notice of our legal duties and privacy practices.
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
Your health story is personal. We are committed to protecting the confidentiality of your medical information in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable Texas law.
How We May Use and Disclose Your Health Information
We may use and disclose your PHI for the following purposes:
1. Treatment
To provide, coordinate, or manage your chiropractic care.
Example: Discussing your case with another healthcare provider involved in your care.
2. Payment
To obtain payment for services provided.
Example: Sending information to a billing service or collecting payment for services.
3. Healthcare Operations
To operate our practice and ensure quality care.
Example: Quality review, staff training, compliance monitoring.
4. Appointment Reminders & Care Communication
We may contact you via phone, voicemail, email, or text message for:
Appointment reminders
Care updates
Follow-up communication
5. As Required by Law
We may disclose information when required by federal or Texas law, including:
Public health reporting
Law enforcement requests
Workers’ compensation claims
Court orders
Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information
You have the right to:
Request Access
Receive a copy of your medical records (electronic or paper).
Request an Amendment
Request corrections if you believe information is incorrect or incomplete.
Request Restrictions
Ask us to limit certain uses or disclosures.
Request Confidential Communications
Ask us to contact you in a specific way (e.g., only by email).
Receive an Accounting of Disclosures
Request a list of certain disclosures of your PHI.
File a Complaint
If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. You will not be retaliated against for filing a complaint.
Our Responsibilities
We are required to:
Maintain the privacy of your PHI
Provide you with this Notice
Abide by the terms of this Notice
Notify you in the event of a breach of unsecured PHI
Changes to This Notice
We reserve the right to change this Notice at any time. Updated versions will be available on our website and in our office.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Notice or wish to exercise your rights, contact:
The Backstory Chiropractic, PLLC
dr.haylie@thebackstorychiropractic.com
816 Lake Air Drive - Waco, TX
254-218-5565