HIPAA Privacy Policy

Notice of Privacy Practices

Effective Date: January 8, 2026

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

The Mobile Wound Center, operated by Southern Life Healthcare PLLC, is committed to protecting your health information. This Notice of Privacy Practices describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.

Understanding Your Health Record

Each time you visit The Mobile Wound Center, a record of your visit is made. This record typically contains your symptoms, examination and test results, diagnoses, treatment, and a plan for future care or treatment. This information, often referred to as your health or medical record, serves as:

• A basis for planning your care and treatment
• A means of communication among the health professionals who contribute to your care
• A legal document describing the care you received
• A source of information for public health authorities
• A tool for routine healthcare operations

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request a restriction on certain uses and disclosures of your information
• Obtain a paper copy of this Notice of Privacy Practices upon request
• Inspect and obtain a copy of your health record
• Request an amendment to your health record
• Obtain an accounting of disclosures of your health information
• Request communications of your health information by alternative means or at alternative locations
• Revoke your authorization to use or disclose health information except to the extent that action has already been taken

Our Responsibilities

We are required to:

• Maintain the privacy of your health information
• Provide you with this Notice of our legal duties and privacy practices
• Abide by the terms of this Notice currently in effect
• Notify you if we are unable to agree to a requested restriction
• Accommodate reasonable requests to communicate health information by alternative means or at alternative locations

Uses and Disclosures

We may use and disclose your health information for the following purposes:

• Treatment: To provide, coordinate, or manage your healthcare and related services
• Payment: To obtain payment for services provided to you
• Healthcare Operations: For quality assessment, licensing, and other administrative activities
• As Required by Law: When required by federal, state, or local law
• Public Health: For public health activities as permitted by law

Contact Information

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

Complaints

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with our office or with the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. You will not be penalized for filing a complaint.