Privacy Policy
Advanced Wellness Solutions, LLC
Formerly Health Expressions
Website: https://healthexpressions.com
Effective Date: March 24, 2026
Overview
At Advanced Wellness Solutions, LLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”), your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and disclose information when you visit our website, contact our office, or interact with our online services.
We are committed to protecting your personal information and maintaining appropriate safeguards for health-related information in accordance with applicable federal and Maryland law, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”), where applicable.
Information We Collect
1. Information You Provide Directly
You may choose to provide personal information when you:
- Fill out a contact form
- Request an appointment
- Call, email, or otherwise communicate with our office
- Submit questions through the website
This information may include:
- Name
- Phone number
- Email address
- Any other information you choose to provide
2. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device type
- Pages viewed
- Date and time of visit
- Referring website or source
This information helps us improve website performance, usability, and security.
3. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance functionality, understand website usage, and improve user experience. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some parts of the website may not function properly as a result.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect to:
- Respond to your inquiries
- Schedule or manage appointments
- Improve website content, performance, and user experience
- Communicate with you about services or office matters
- Maintain legal, regulatory, and administrative compliance
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
HIPAA and Protected Health Information (PHI)
As a healthcare practice, we take the privacy of your health information seriously. If you become a patient of Advanced Wellness Solutions, LLC, certain medical and health-related information may qualify as Protected Health Information (PHI) under HIPAA.
Website Communications and HIPAA
Information submitted through general website forms, email, or other standard online communications may not always be encrypted or transmitted through a HIPAA-compliant platform unless expressly stated otherwise. For that reason, you should avoid sending highly sensitive medical information through the website unless you have been specifically directed to do so through a secure method.
Use and Disclosure of PHI
If you are a patient, your PHI will be used and disclosed only as permitted or required by applicable law, including HIPAA. This may include use or disclosure for treatment, payment, healthcare operations, and other legally permitted purposes.
Notice of Privacy Practices
Patients may also receive a separate Notice of Privacy Practices that explains in greater detail how medical information may be used, disclosed, and protected, as well as your rights regarding that information.
Best Way to Communicate Sensitive Information
If you need to discuss private health information, please contact our office directly by phone at 301-575-4458.
How We Share Information
We may share your information only when reasonably necessary, including:
- With service providers who support website hosting, maintenance, analytics, or communications
- When required by law, subpoena, court order, or other legal process
- When necessary to protect the rights, safety, or security of our practice, patients, visitors, or others
We expect vendors and service providers who assist us to maintain appropriate safeguards consistent with the nature of the information they receive.
Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect the information we collect against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
Even so, no internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. By using the website, you understand and accept this inherent risk.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience or reference. We are not responsible for the privacy, security, or content practices of those third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing information with them.
Your Privacy Choices and Rights
Depending on the nature of your relationship with us and applicable law, you may have the right to request access to certain personal information, request corrections, or ask questions about how your information is used.
If you are a patient, your rights related to medical records and PHI are governed by applicable law and any separate Notice of Privacy Practices provided by the practice.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information online from children under 13 without appropriate legal authorization.
Online Privacy Resources
For more information about online privacy, consumer protection, and HIPAA, you may find the following resources helpful:
- Federal Trade Commission
- U.S. Department of Health & Human Services – HIPAA
- Maryland Office of the Attorney General
- Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
- Consumer Privacy and Online Safety Resources
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, services, technology, or legal obligations. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how information is handled by our practice, please contact:
Privacy Officer: Dr Hans
Advanced Wellness Solutions, LLC
100 Park Ave Suite 108A
Rockville, MD 20850
Phone: 301-575-4458
Contact Page: healthexpressions.com/contact
