Dr. Joe Gallego, MD ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and delivering psychiatric care with integrity and transparency. This Privacy Policy and Terms of Service outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information, the terms of using our services, and your rights under HIPAA and applicable state laws (Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut).
- SCOPE This policy applies to all individuals interacting with Dr. Joe Gallego, MD via our website, telehealth platform, phone, or in-person services. This includes patients receiving psychiatric care across MA, NY, NJ, and CT.
- INFORMATION WE COLLECT We may collect personal, health, billing, and website usage data. This includes name, contact details, medical history, psychiatric evaluations, insurance details, and technical usage data through cookies or analytics tools.
- USE OF INFORMATION We use your information to deliver psychiatric care, manage records, process payments, improve services, and fulfill legal obligations.
- INFORMATION SHARING Information may be shared with care teams, insurance providers, third-party vendors (under strict privacy terms), and as required by law. We do not sell your personal data.
- YOUR RIGHTS UNDER HIPAA Under HIPAA, you have the right to:
- Access and obtain copies of your health records
- Request corrections
- Request limits on use or disclosure
- Receive a record of disclosures
- Submit a complaint to our office or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
- DATA SECURITY We maintain HIPAA-compliant safeguards including encrypted communication, secure data storage, and access controls to protect your health information.
- DATA RETENTION Records are retained according to federal and state law. When no longer needed, they are securely deleted or anonymized.
- TELEHEALTH CONSENT By participating in telehealth, you acknowledge and consent to receive psychiatric services via secure video or phone. Telehealth is governed by the same standards as in-person care and is available to residents of MA, NY, NJ, and CT. Limitations include potential technology disruptions and privacy risks in uncontrolled environments.
- WEBSITE COOKIES AND ANALYTICS We use cookies and analytics tools to improve site performance. You may adjust browser settings to manage cookie preferences.
- TERMS OF USE
- All services are provided under the clinical judgment of Dr. Joe Gallego, MD
- Use of this site does not establish a doctor-patient relationship until formal consent and intake are completed
- Users agree not to misuse the site or communication channels
- We reserve the right to change these terms at any time
- CHANGES TO THIS POLICY We may update this policy periodically. Changes take effect immediately upon posting. Continued use of services constitutes acceptance of updates.
- CONTACT US If you have questions about this Privacy Policy and Terms of Service or your health information rights, please contact:
- Joe Gallego, MD PLLC
- Email: dr@joegallegomd.com
- Phone: (507) 215-4647
- Based in Boston, MA
- Massachusetts Medical License #: 291328
- New York Medical License #: 298743
- New Jersey Medical License #: 25MA11418100
- Connecticut Medical License #: 61592
