Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

Last Updated: January 30, 2026

AD Rehab - Addiction Treatment Center ("AD Rehab," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website alcoholdrugtreatmentcenter.com or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Contact us via phone, email, or our website
• Request information about our treatment programs
• Submit an inquiry for yourself or a loved one
• Enroll in our treatment programs

This information may include:

• Name, email address, phone number
• Mailing address
• Insurance information
• Health and medical information (Protected Health Information)

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries and provide information about our services
• Process admissions and verify insurance
• Provide treatment services
• Communicate with you about your care
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations

3. HIPAA Compliance & Protected Health Information

AD Rehab is committed to protecting your Protected Health Information (PHI) in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

PHI includes any individually identifiable health information related to:

• Your past, present, or future physical or mental health condition
• The provision of healthcare to you
• Payment for healthcare services

Your HIPAA Rights

As a patient, you have the right to:

• Access: Request and obtain a copy of your health records
• Amendment: Request corrections to your health information
• Accounting: Receive an accounting of certain disclosures of your PHI
• Restriction: Request restrictions on certain uses and disclosures
• Confidential Communication: Request that we communicate with you in a specific way
• Complaint: File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

We will not use or disclose your PHI without your written authorization except as permitted or required by law, including for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Your Consent: When you provide written authorization
• For Treatment: With healthcare providers involved in your care
• For Payment: With insurance companies for billing purposes
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or court order
• Emergency Situations: To prevent serious harm to you or others
• Service Providers: With vendors who assist in our operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)

5. 42 CFR Part 2 Compliance

As a substance abuse treatment facility, AD Rehab complies with federal regulations (42 CFR Part 2) that provide additional protections for substance use disorder treatment records. These regulations generally prohibit us from disclosing information about your treatment without your written consent, except in limited circumstances as permitted by law.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Analyze website traffic and usage
• Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of sensitive data
• Secure servers and firewalls
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments
• Staff training on privacy and security

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a new "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.

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This Privacy Policy applies to AD Rehab - Addiction Treatment Center located at 5382 Washington St, Merrillville, IN 46410. Our commitment to your privacy is fundamental to our mission of providing compassionate addiction treatment.