Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Bella Acosta Arias, MD, PLLC ("we," "us," or "the Practice") collects, uses, and protects information submitted through this website. It applies only to information collected on this website and does not cover information collected through the Practice's clinical or forensic services, which is governed separately by HIPAA-compliant practices and signed patient or engagement agreements.
1. Information we collect
We may collect the following information when you use this website:
- Information you submit through the contact form (name, email, phone number, service of interest, and any details you choose to share in the message field).
- Basic technical information your browser sends automatically (such as IP address, device type, and pages visited), used to keep the site functioning and to understand site traffic.
- Information you share if you schedule an introductory call through the third-party scheduling tool linked on this site.
2. How we use the information
We use information submitted through this website to:
- Respond to inquiries and schedule consultations.
- Maintain the security and proper functioning of the site.
- Comply with applicable legal and regulatory obligations.
We do not sell or rent your information. We do not use website inquiries to market or solicit you outside of responding to your original message.
3. HIPAA and PHI
This website is a general-information site, not a patient portal. Please do not include detailed protected health information (PHI) or clinical details in the contact form. Standard email is not a fully secure channel. For clinical communication, established patients use the secure channels provided at the start of care.
4. Scheduling tool
The "Book an introductory call" button on this site links to a third-party scheduling tool (currently Google Calendar / Appointments). Information you submit there is handled under that provider's privacy practices. We receive only the basic appointment details you choose to share.
5. Cookies and analytics
This website may use limited cookies or analytics tools to understand site traffic in aggregate. We do not use cookies to track individuals across the web for advertising purposes. You can disable cookies in your browser at any time; some site features may not work without them.
6. Data retention
Inquiries submitted through this website are retained only as long as reasonably necessary to respond and maintain business records. You may request deletion of an inquiry at any time by emailing hello@bellaacostamd.com.
7. Security
We take reasonable steps to protect information submitted through this website. No method of transmission over the internet is fully secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security and ask that you do not include sensitive clinical information in the contact form.
8. Children
This website is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through this site.
9. Your rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information we hold about you in connection with this website. To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@bellaacostamd.com.
10. Updates to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date above reflects the most recent revision.
11. Contact
Questions about this Privacy Policy can be directed to hello@bellaacostamd.com.
This page provides general privacy language for a small psychiatric practice website. It is a template. Your separate HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices governs clinical care and should be provided to patients at intake.