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  • PRIVACY POLICY

    Effective Date: 01/01/2026
    Business Name: Mary Bumpars, Nurse Practitioner in Psychiatry, PLLC
    Location: New York, United States
    Website: Phases of Life Psychiatry, Bronx New York
    Phone: 929-618-9983
    Email: mary@phasesoflifepsychiatry.com

    Overview

    Phases of life psychiatry (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal and health information, including SMS/text messaging consent information.

    Information We Collect

    Information You Provide

    • Name

    • Email address

    • Phone number

    • Insurance information

    • Appointment and contact details

    • SMS opt-in consent

    Protected Health Information (PHI)

    If you become a client, we may collect health information necessary to provide psychiatric services. PHI is protected under HIPAA.

    Website Data

    • IP address

    • Browser/device data

    • Cookies and analytics information

    How We Use Information

    We use information to:

    • Provide psychiatric care and medication management

    • Schedule appointments

    • Send reminders and updates

    • Respond to inquiries

    • Process billing

    SMS Consent Policy

    If you provide consent to receive SMS messages:

    • You may receive appointment reminders and practice updates.

    • Messaging frequency may vary.

    • Message and data rates may apply.

    • You may opt out at any time by replying STOP.

    • For help, reply HELP or visit our website.

    SMS consent information will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

    Information Sharing

    We may share information only:

    • With your written authorization

    • For treatment, payment, and healthcare operations

    • When required by law

    • With HIPAA-compliant vendors

    We do not sell or rent personal information.

    Data Security

    We use secure electronic systems and encrypted platforms to protect your data. No system is completely secure.

    Your Rights

    You have the right to:

    • Access records

    • Request corrections

    • Withdraw SMS consent

    • File complaints with regulatory authorities

    TERMS & CONDITIONS

    Website Use

    This website is for informational purposes only and does not create a provider–patient relationship.

    No Provider–Patient Relationship

    A provider–patient relationship is established only after:

    • Documentation Intake

    • Clinical evaluation

    • Signed consent forms

    SMS Communications

    By opting in, you may receive:

    • Appointment reminders

    • Scheduling notifications

    • Billing updates

    Standard disclosures:

    • Messaging frequency may vary

    • Message and data rates may apply

    • Reply STOP to opt out

    • Reply HELP for support

    Opt-In Consent Method

    Customers may provide consent by:

    • Checking consent boxes on forms

    • Signing intake paperwork

    • Providing verbal consent documented in records

    Consent is not required to receive services.

    Opt-In Message Example

    Phases of life psychiatry: You have opted in to receive SMS appointment reminders and updates. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply STOP to opt out. Reply HELP for help."

    Opt-Out Message

    "Phases of life psychiatry: You have been opted out of SMS communications. No further messages will be sent."

    Help Message

    Phases of life psychiatry Visit: 988 Lifeline - If you need emotional support, reach out to the national mental health hotline: 988. or call 988for help. Reply STOP to opt out."

    Additional Disclosures

    • Messages do not contain age-restricted content.

    • Messages do not involve lending or loan agreements.

    • We do not send prohibited content including illegal or adult material.

    Intellectual Property

    All website content is owned by the practice and may not be reproduced without permission.

    Governing Law

    State of New York laws govern these terms.