​Effective Date: April 14, 2026

Blackstone NP IN Psychiatry PLLC (the "Practice") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information in accordance with applicable federal and New York State laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website (https://www.blackstonepsych.com) and interact with our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

• Personal Identifiers: Name, phone number, email address, date of birth, and mailing address.

• Health and Clinical Information: Information necessary for evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment.

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and website usage patterns (via cookies).

• Communication Records: Information submitted through website forms, patient portals, or direct correspondence.

2. How Your Information Is Used

Your information is used strictly for legitimate healthcare and operational purposes, including:

• Providing psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment.

• Appointment scheduling, reminders, and care coordination.

• Billing, insurance processing, and payment collection.

• Responding to inquiries and administrative requests.

• Improving our website and patient experience.

3. SMS/MMS Communications (Mobile Privacy)

By providing your phone number and opting in, you consent to receive text messages from Blackstone NP in Psychiatry PLLC related to your care, appointments, and account.

• Message frequency varies based on your care needs.

• Message and data rates may apply.

• You may opt out at any time by replying STOP.

• For help, reply HELP.

• Mobile Information Sharing: No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.

4. No Sale or Marketing Use of Personal Information

The Practice does not sell, rent, or share your personal information (including email addresses and mobile phone numbers) with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes under any circumstances.

5. Permitted Disclosures

Your information may only be shared when necessary for:

• Treatment, Payment, and Healthcare Operations (TPO) as defined by HIPAA.

• HIPAA-Compliant Service Providers: Third-party vendors (e.g., EHR, billing platforms) who are contractually bound by Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) to maintain safeguards.

• Legal Compliance: When required by law, subpoena, or regulatory oversight.

• Patient Safety: Situations involving immediate threat to the health or safety of the patient or others.

6. Data Security

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards (including encryption and secure servers) to protect your information from unauthorized access, consistent with HIPAA and industry standards.

7. Your Rights

In accordance with HIPAA and New York law, you have the right to:

• Access and receive copies of your health records.

• Request corrections to inaccurate information.

• Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures.

• Withdraw consent for communications, including SMS, at any time.

8. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies to enhance navigation and analyze traffic. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, but some features of the site may not function properly as a result.

9. Disclaimer: Not for Medical Emergencies

This website and its communication tools are for administrative and non-urgent clinical inquiries only. IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING A MEDICAL EMERGENCY OR A MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS, PLEASE CALL 911 OR GO TO THE NEAREST EMERGENCY ROOM IMMEDIATELY.

10. Contact Information

Blackstone NP in Psychiatry PLLC
Phone: 516-727-7422
Email: NP@blackstonepsych.com
Website: https://www.blackstonepsych.com

11. Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page.
Effective Date: April 14, 2026