Effective Date: 1/1/2026
Alani Skin MD (“Alani Skin MD,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy, security, and confidentiality of our patients’ personal information and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, safeguard, and manage your information, including Protected Health Information (PHI) and Health/History of Present Illness (HPI), in compliance with applicable state and federal laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).
This Website Privacy Policy applies to information collected through:
Our website(s)
Online scheduling, intake, and contact forms
Patient portals or third-party booking platforms linked through our website
Electronic communications initiated through the website
This policy governs website-related data practices and supplements (but does not replace) in-office HIPAA notices provided at the time of treatment.
We may collect personal identifying information, including but not limited to:
Name, address, email address, and phone number
Date of birth
Emergency contact information
Payment and billing information
Government-issued identification (when required)
We collect and maintain health-related information necessary to provide safe, appropriate, and compliant medical and aesthetic care, including:
Medical history
Medications and allergies
Past procedures and treatments
Health History / History of Present Illness (HPI)
Treatment plans and clinical notes
Before-and-after photographs (with consent)
Communications related to your care
This information is considered Protected Health Information (PHI) under HIPAA.
We use your information for purposes including, but not limited to:
Evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients
Developing and updating individualized treatment plans
Documenting clinical encounters and outcomes
Processing payments for services rendered
Billing, invoicing, and accounting
Verifying eligibility or benefits when applicable
Quality assurance and internal audits
Training and supervision of providers
Compliance with legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements
Practice management and administrative operations
Appointment reminders and scheduling
Post-treatment instructions and follow-ups
Important updates related to your care
Communications may occur via phone, email, text message, or patient portal, based on your preferences and consent.
Alani Skin MD complies fully with HIPAA and applicable state privacy laws.
Under HIPAA, you have the right to:
Access and obtain a copy of your medical records
Request amendments to your medical records
Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures
Request confidential communications
Receive an accounting of disclosures
Receive a paper or electronic copy of this Privacy Policy
File a complaint without fear of retaliation
We are required by law to:
Maintain the privacy and security of your PHI
Provide you with notice of our legal duties and privacy practices
Follow the terms of this Privacy Policy
Notify you following a breach of unsecured PHI
We implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect your information, including:
Secure electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) systems
Role-based access controls for staff
Password-protected systems and encrypted platforms
Secure storage of physical records
Staff training on HIPAA and privacy compliance
Access to PHI and HPI is limited strictly to authorized personnel who require access to perform their job duties.
We may disclose your information only as permitted or required by law, including:
To healthcare providers involved in your care
To business associates who perform services on our behalf (with HIPAA-compliant agreements)
To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or subpoenas
To public health authorities as required by law
To avert a serious threat to health or safety
We do not sell, rent, or trade your PHI or personal information.
Medical photographs may be taken for:
Clinical documentation
Treatment planning
Progress tracking
Medical education
Use of photographs for marketing, advertising, or public display requires separate written authorization, which you may decline or revoke at any time.
By submitting information through our website, you consent to receive communications related to your inquiry, appointment, or care. Communications may occur via email, text message, phone call, or patient portal.
While we use reasonable safeguards, no website, email transmission, or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. You submit information at your own risk.
You may request alternative communication methods or opt out of non-essential communications at any time.
Information submitted through our website is retained in accordance with:
HIPAA requirements
Arizona state laws
Medical record retention standards
Information submitted through website forms may be integrated into your medical record when applicable. Records are securely destroyed when no longer required to be retained.
You may:
Request access to your records
Request corrections or amendments
Withdraw consent for certain uses (when permitted by law)
Opt out of non-essential communications
Requests must be submitted in writing and may require identity verification.
In the event of a data breach involving unsecured PHI, Alani Skin MD will:
Conduct a prompt investigation
Notify affected individuals as required by HIPAA
Notify appropriate regulatory authorities
Take corrective actions to prevent future incidents
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on our website and made available upon request. The effective date will reflect the most recent revision.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your privacy rights, please contact:
Alani Skin MD
info@alaniskinmd.com
You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.
Acknowledgment By visiting this website or receiving services from Alani Skin MD, you acknowledge that you have been provided access to this Privacy Policy.
