Notice of Privacy Practices

At Dr. Desai, we understand that your family's medical information is personal and confidential. We are required by federal law to maintain the privacy of your protected health information (PHI), provide this notice describing our legal duties and privacy practices, and follow the terms of this notice currently in effect.

We may use and disclose your health information to:

• Provide medical care and treatment.

• Coordinate care with other healthcare providers.

• Process insurance claims and billing.

• Improve the quality of our healthcare services.

• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

• Respond to public health and safety requirements when legally required.

We will not use or disclose your health information for purposes not described in this notice without your written authorization, except where permitted or required by law.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to your medical records.

• Request corrections to your health information.

• Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures.

• Request confidential communications.

• Receive a copy of this Notice of Privacy Practices.

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

Our Responsibilities

Dr. Desai is committed to:

• Maintaining the privacy and security of your protected health information.

• Notifying you promptly if a breach of unsecured protected health information occurs, as required by law.

• Following the privacy practices described in this notice.

• Updating this notice whenever our privacy practices change.

Contact Us

If you have questions regarding this Notice of Privacy Practices or your privacy rights, please contact our office directly.

Effective Date: July 2026