Privacy Policy
Novel Concierge Health Effective Date: 1/14/2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Novel Concierge Health ("Practice," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards personal information obtained through our website and telehealth services.
1. Information We Collect
A. Website Information (Non-Medical)
We may collect limited personal information through our website, including:
- Name, email address, phone number
- IP address and device/browser information
- Communications submitted through contact forms
We do not collect medical or health information directly through the website.
B. Information Collected Through Our EMR
All medical and health information is collected exclusively through our secure Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and may include:
- Identifying information
- Medical history and clinical data
- Medications and treatment information
- Images or documents submitted for care
- Payment and billing information
- Communications with providers
This information constitutes Protected Health Information (PHI) under HIPAA.
2. How We Use Information
We use information to:
- Provide telehealth medical services
- Evaluate eligibility for care
- Communicate regarding treatment or administration
- Maintain medical records
- Process payments
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
- Improve website functionality
3. HIPAA & Notice of Privacy Practices
We comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable state health privacy laws.
Use and disclosure of PHI is governed by our Notice of Privacy Practices, provided during intake and available upon request. In the event of conflict, the Notice of Privacy Practices controls.
4. Information Sharing
We may share information as permitted or required by law, including:
- With providers involved in your care
- With service providers (EMR, payment processors) under confidentiality obligations
- To comply with legal requirements or protect safety
We do not sell or rent personal or health information.
5. Data Security
We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information. No system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
6. State Privacy Rights
We comply with applicable state privacy laws, including but not limited to:
- California (CCPA/CPRA)
- Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah
Rights related to medical information are governed by HIPAA.
7. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.
8. Data Retention
Information is retained in accordance with federal law, state law, and medical record retention requirements.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted with a revised effective date.
10. Contact Information
Novel Concierge Health
Email: hello@gonovelhealth.com