Privacy Policy

What Personal Information We Collect

When you communicate with us or opt in to receive text messages, we may collect the following information:

• Name

• Phone number

• Email address

• Appointment details

• Insurance and billing information

• Limited health information necessary for scheduling, care coordination, or follow-up (e.g., visit reminders, lab notifications, prescription updates)

We only collect information that is reasonably necessary to provide medical care, manage appointments, and operate our practice.

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How Personal Information Is Used

Your personal information may be used to:

• Schedule, confirm, or reschedule appointments

• Send appointment reminders and follow-up instructions

• Communicate about test results, prescriptions, or care coordination

• Respond to patient inquiries

• Provide administrative or billing-related information

Text messaging is used as a convenience communication tool and is not intended for urgent or emergency medical issues.

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Text Messaging (SMS) Consent

By providing your mobile phone number and opting in, you consent to receive text messages from Nevada Skin Institute related to your care, appointments, and administrative matters.

SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates.
Your decision to opt in or opt out of SMS communications will not affect your ability to receive care.

You may opt out of text messaging at any time by replying STOP or by contacting our office.

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Who Personal Information Is Shared With

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

Your information may be shared only with:

• Healthcare providers and staff involved in your care

• HIPAA-compliant service providers that support our operations (e.g., electronic medical records, scheduling platforms, secure messaging systems)

• Insurance companies or billing services as required for claims processing

• Government authorities when required by law

All vendors are required to maintain appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

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Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. While our systems are designed to be HIPAA-compliant, patients should be aware that standard SMS messaging may carry privacy risks depending on their personal device and carrier settings.

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Your Choices

• You may opt out of SMS communications at any time

• You may request communication through alternative methods

• You may request access to or correction of your personal information in accordance with applicable laws

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Text Messaging Terms & Conditions​

• By providing your mobile phone number and opting in, you agree to receive text messages from Nevada Skin Institute related to your care and our services.

• Types of Messages You May Receive

  • If you opt in to SMS communications, you may receive text messages including, but not limited to:

  • Appointment confirmations, reminders, and rescheduling notices

  • Follow-up instructions after visits or procedures

  • Notifications that test results, prescriptions, or documents are available

  • Billing, payment, or insurance-related notifications

• Administrative messages related to your account or care

• Message frequency will vary based on your interactions with the clinic.

SMS Terms of Service

• By opting into SMS from a web form or other medium, you are agreeing to receive SMS messages from Nevada Skin Institute PLLC. This includes SMS messages for conversations (external). Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. See privacy policy at https://www.nevadaskininstitute.com/privacy-policy. Message HELP for help. Reply STOP to any message to opt out.