Effective Date: January 11, 2025

This HIPAA Privacy Policy describes how Learning Health and Wellness, LLC ("we," "our," or "us") may use and disclose your protected health information (PHI) and how you can access your information. This policy complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applies to all client interactions, whether virtual or in-person.

1. What Is Protected Health Information (PHI)?

PHI includes any information about your past, present, or future health status, the care you’ve received, or payment for healthcare services that can be linked to you personally. This includes names, lab results, test reports, intake forms, and health histories.

2. How We May Use and Disclose Your PHI

We may use your PHI to:

* Provide and coordinate care, including wellness consultations and testing services.

* Communicate with you about your wellness plan.

* Recommend products or services relevant to your health.

* Process payments and billing (if applicable).

* Meet legal or regulatory requirements.

We will only disclose your PHI to third parties (such as labs or supplement providers) with your explicit consent except when required by law (e.g., court orders, legal investigations).

3. Your Rights Under HIPAA

You have the right to:

* Access your records and request copies.

* Request corrections to your health information.

* Receive a list of disclosures we’ve made, if applicable.

* Request restrictions on how we use or share your information.

* File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.

To exercise these rights, contact us a hello@terrymecklin.com or 901-450-5091.

4. Safeguarding Your Information

We take reasonable and appropriate security measures to protect your PHI, including encrypted storage, secure password protocols, and limited access to authorized team members only.

If you use email or other digital communication, please note that email is not considered HIPAA-secure unless explicitly encrypted. By choosing to communicate with us electronically, you acknowledge and accept this risk.

5. Data Retention and Recordkeeping

We maintain client records in accordance with professional and legal standards. You may request access to your records at any time unless restricted by law.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may revise this HIPAA Privacy Policy as needed. Any updates will be posted to our website with a new effective date. We encourage you to review it periodically.

7. Questions or Complaints

If you have questions about this policy or believe your privacy rights have been violated, please contact:

📧 hello@terrymecklin.com
📞 901-450-5091

📬 Or by mail: Learning Health and Wellness, LLC, PO Box , Munford, TN 38058

You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services if needed. We will not retaliate for filing a complaint.