Marisol Mental Health Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 24, 2026

Overview

Marisol Mental Health (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a trade name (DBA) of Vedrana Hodzic MD LLC.

We are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information obtained through our website, communications, patient portal, clinical services and other interactions.

This policy is intended to provide general information and does not replace or limit your rights under applicable federal or state laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect:

  • Name, date of birth, and contact information

  • Address, email, and phone number

  • Emergency contact information

  • Insurance, payment and billing details

  • Government issued identifiers when required by law

Health Information (PHI)

When you engage in clinical services, we may collect:

  • Mental health history and diagnoses

  • Treatment plans and clinical notes

  • Medication information

  • Appointment and communication records

Website & Digital Information

When you use our website, we may collect:

  • IP address and device information

  • Browser type and usage data

  • Pages visited and interactions with our website

  • Information submitted through contact forms or patient portal

How We Use Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and coordinate psychiatric care

  • Communicate about appointments, treatment and services

  • Process billing and payments

  • Maintain clinical and business records

  • Comply with legal, regulatory, and professional obligations

  • Improve our services and patient experience including website

How We Share Information

We only share information as permitted or required by law.

Treatment, Payment, and Operations

  • Coordination of care when appropriate

  • Administrative and billing purposes

Legal Requirements

  • When required by federal, state or local law

  • In response to court orders, subpoenas, or lawful requests

  • To reduce or prevent serious risk to health or safety

Business Associates

We may work with third-party providers (who may provide services such as billing, electronic health records, IT support or telehealth platforms) under agreements requiring them to protect your information.

We do not sell your personal or health information.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your medical records

  • Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information

  • Request limits on certain uses or disclosures

  • Request confidential communication

  • Receive an accounting of disclosures

  • File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

Requests must be submitted in writing and may be subject to legal limitations.

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no system can be completely secure.

Communications

Electronic communications such as email, text messaging, or patient portals, may involve privacy risks. By communicating with us electronically, you acknowledge and accept these risks unless otherwise restricted by law or agreement.

Third-Party Links

Our website may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

Children’s Privacy

Services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18 without appropriate consent.

Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes become effective when posted.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:

Vedrana Hodzic MD LLC DBA Marisol Mental Health
Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Email: contact@marisolmh.com
Phone: 301-500-5417

This Privacy Policy is provided for general informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.