Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 9-11-25

Welcome to Veritas Behavioral Health. These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use immediately.

  1. Purpose of Website
    This website provides general information about Veritas Behavioral Health, our services, and mental health resources. Information on this website is not medical advice and should not be used as a substitute for professional evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.

  2. Medical Disclaimer

  • If you are experiencing a psychiatric or medical emergency, call 911 immediately or go to your nearest emergency department.

  • The use of this website does not create a patient-provider relationship. A therapeutic relationship is only established after you have completed the intake process and signed appropriate consent forms.

  1. HIPAA & Privacy Practices
    Veritas Behavioral Health complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable state privacy laws.

  • Any Protected Health Information (PHI) you share with us is safeguarded according to HIPAA standards.

  • Our Notice of Privacy Practices explains how we collect, use, and protect your PHI.

  • Communications through this website (including contact forms or email) may not be fully secure. Please do not include sensitive information unless using our secure patient portal.

  1. Eligibility & Use
    You may use our website only for lawful purposes. You agree not to:

  • Misuse or attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems.

  • Use the website to transmit harmful, offensive, or unlawful content.

  1. Intellectual Property
    All content on this website, including logos, graphics, and written material, is the property of Veritas Behavioral Health and is protected by copyright and trademark law. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use content without prior written consent.

  2. Third-Party Links
    Our website may include links to external sites. These are provided for convenience and do not imply endorsement. We are not responsible for the content or security of third-party websites.

  3. Limitation of Liability
    To the fullest extent permitted by law, Veritas Behavioral Health is not liable for any damages arising from your use of the website or reliance on its content.

  4. Changes to Terms
    We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date.

  5. Governing Law
    These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of [Insert State], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

  6. Contact Us
    If you have questions about these Terms or our practices, please contact:

Veritas Behavioral Health
[Insert Address]
[Insert Phone Number]
[Insert Secure Email/Portal Link]

NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES (HIPAA)
Last updated: 9-11-25

This Notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.

  1. Our Commitment to Your Privacy
    At Veritas Behavioral Health, we understand that your medical information is personal. We are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your Protected Health Information (PHI) in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable state laws.

  2. How We May Use and Disclose Your Information
    We may use or disclose your PHI in the following ways:

  • Treatment: To provide, coordinate, or manage your healthcare and related services.

  • Payment: To bill and collect payment from you, an insurance company, or another third party.

  • Healthcare Operations: For quality assessment, training, accreditation, and compliance purposes.

  • As Required by Law: When required by federal, state, or local law.

  • Emergencies & Safety: To prevent serious threats to your health and safety or the safety of others.

Other uses and disclosures will be made only with your written authorization, and you may revoke that authorization in writing at any time.

  1. Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information
    You have the right to:

  • Access Your Records: Request to see and get a copy of your health records.

  • Request Corrections: Ask us to correct or update information you believe is inaccurate.

  • Restrict Disclosures: Request limits on certain uses or disclosures of your PHI.

  • Confidential Communications: Request that we contact you in a specific way (for example, only at work or by mail).

  • Receive a List of Disclosures: Obtain a list of times we shared your PHI, other than for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations.

  • Receive a Paper Copy: You may request a paper copy of this Notice at any time.

  1. Our Responsibilities

  • We are required by law to maintain the privacy and security of your PHI.

  • We will notify you if a breach occurs that may have compromised the privacy or security of your information.

  • We must follow the duties and privacy practices described in this Notice and give you a copy of it.

  • We will not use or share your PHI other than as described here unless you authorize us in writing.

  1. Changes to This Notice
    We reserve the right to change this Notice at any time. Changes will apply to all PHI we maintain. The updated Notice will be posted on our website and available upon request.

  2. Complaints
    If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with:

  • Veritas Behavioral Health – [Insert Compliance Contact Information]

  • U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights

You will not be penalized for filing a complaint.

  1. Contact Information
    For questions about this Notice or your privacy rights, please contact:

Veritas Behavioral Health
Veritas Behavioral Health PLLC
444 South Dr. M. Roper Parkway,
Suite 1
Bullard, TX 75757

(903) 354-7188

Info@VeritasBH.com