Privacy Policy
Sagebrush Psychiatry
Effective Date: November 3, 2026
Website: https://sagebrushpsychiatry.com/
1. Introduction
Welcome to Sagebrush Psychiatry. We are committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of the personal information you provide when visiting our website, requesting appointments, communicating with our team, or receiving our psychiatric healthcare services.
This Privacy Policy explains how Sagebrush Psychiatry collects, uses, stores, protects, and discloses information, including information collected through our website, contact forms, patient communications, and SMS messaging services.
By using our website or providing personal information, you acknowledge the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
Personal Information
Full name
Email address
Telephone and mobile phone numbers
Contact preferences
Appointment requests and scheduling information
Information voluntarily submitted through website contact forms
Healthcare Information
When necessary to provide psychiatric services, we may collect information concerning medical history, psychiatric history, medications, treatment plans, insurance, and other healthcare-related information.
Protected health information is handled in accordance with applicable healthcare privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), where applicable, and our separate Notice of Privacy Practices.
Website Usage Information
We may collect technical information, including IP addresses, browser types, device information, pages visited, and website interaction data through cookies or similar technologies.
3. How We Use Your Information
Sagebrush Psychiatry may use collected information to:
Respond to patient inquiries and requests.
Schedule, confirm, reschedule, or cancel appointments.
Send appointment reminders and administrative notifications.
Communicate information about patient services.
Provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
Process patient registration and administrative requests.
Improve website functionality and patient experience.
Maintain accurate business and patient records.
Meet applicable legal, regulatory, and healthcare obligations.
We do not use patient information for purposes inconsistent with applicable privacy laws.
4. SMS Messaging and Consent
Sagebrush Psychiatry may offer SMS text messaging to patients and individuals who voluntarily consent to receive communications.
SMS communications may include:
Appointment confirmations and reminders.
Appointment scheduling and rescheduling updates.
Responses to patient inquiries.
Patient portal and administrative notifications.
Customer care and service-related communications.
SMS Consent
By voluntarily selecting an SMS consent checkbox on our website, completing an applicable consent form, or otherwise providing valid express consent, you authorize Sagebrush Psychiatry to send text messages to the mobile number you provide.
Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of purchasing services or receiving healthcare treatment.
Message Frequency
Message frequency varies depending on appointment activity, patient requests, and communication needs.
Message and Data Rates
Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and service plan.
Opt-Out Instructions
You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any message you receive from Sagebrush Psychiatry.
After opting out, you may receive one final confirmation message. You will not receive further messages under that SMS program unless you provide renewed consent, except where otherwise permitted by law.
Help Instructions
For assistance, reply HELP to any SMS message or contact us at:
Phone: (775) 410-0189
Email: info@sagebrushpsychiatry.com
SMS Privacy and Data Sharing
Sagebrush Psychiatry respects the confidentiality of mobile phone numbers and SMS consent information.
Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
All other categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties, except service providers acting on our behalf solely to facilitate the SMS communications you have authorized, subject to appropriate confidentiality and security protections.
We do not sell, rent, or disclose SMS opt-in information to third parties for their independent marketing purposes.
5. HIPAA and Patient Confidentiality
Sagebrush Psychiatry recognizes the sensitive nature of psychiatric and behavioral healthcare information.
We maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect patient information in accordance with applicable healthcare privacy and security requirements.
Protected health information may be used or disclosed for treatment, payment, healthcare operations, or other purposes permitted or required by applicable law.
Additional information regarding patient rights and protected health information is provided in our Notice of Privacy Practices.
Patients should avoid sending sensitive medical information, detailed psychiatric histories, diagnoses, or medication information through ordinary SMS messages.
6. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may disclose personal information only when appropriate and legally permitted, including:
To healthcare professionals involved in authorized patient care.
To service providers assisting with appointment scheduling, communication, hosting, or administrative operations.
To insurance providers and payment processors where necessary.
To regulatory authorities when legally required.
To protect patient safety, legal rights, or the security of our services.
Service providers are required to handle information in accordance with applicable contractual, privacy, and security obligations.
SMS opt-in information is not shared for third-party marketing or promotional purposes.
7. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal and healthcare information for as long as reasonably necessary to provide services, fulfill operational requirements, comply with applicable laws, and maintain legally required records.
Information is securely disposed of when retention is no longer necessary, subject to applicable legal requirements.
9. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, understand visitor interactions, and improve user experience.
Visitors may manage cookies through their browser settings.
We do not intentionally disclose protected health information to advertising or analytics providers in violation of applicable law.
10. Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external websites, patient portals, insurance providers, or other third-party services.
Sagebrush Psychiatry is not responsible for the privacy practices of independently operated third-party websites.
We encourage visitors to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.
11. Your Privacy Rights
Subject to applicable laws, you may have the right to:
Request access to certain personal information.
Request corrections to inaccurate information.
Request information regarding certain disclosures.
Withdraw consent for optional communications.
Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures of protected health information.
Exercise other rights described in our Notice of Privacy Practices.
To submit a privacy-related request, contact us using the information below.
12. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended to collect personal information directly from children without appropriate parental or legal guardian authorization where required.
Healthcare information relating to minors is handled in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
Sagebrush Psychiatry may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or information practices.
Updated versions will be posted on this website with a revised effective date.
14. Contact Information
For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our SMS communications, contact:
Sagebrush Psychiatry
Website: https://sagebrushpsychiatry.com/
Email: info@sagebrushpsychiatry.com
Phone: (775) 410-0189
Reno Office
3675 Lakeside Dr, Suite B, Reno, NV 89509
Fairbanks Office
1929 Airport Way, Suite B, Fairbanks, AK 99701
Anchorage Office
750 W 2nd Ave, Suite 101C, Anchorage, AK 99501
We are committed to protecting patient privacy and maintaining transparent communication practices.