Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 2026

1. Our Commitment

Cognis Psychiatric Services LLC ("Cognis," "we," "us") respects your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect through this website and how we use and protect it. Protected health information you share as a patient is also governed by our Notice of Privacy Practices, available on request.

2. Information We Collect

When you contact us or request an appointment, we may collect your name, phone number, email address, insurance provider, preferred visit type and times, and any message you choose to send. We may also collect basic, non-identifying website usage data (such as browser type and pages visited).

3. How We Use Your Information

• To respond to your inquiry and schedule appointments
• To verify insurance benefits when requested
• To provide and coordinate your care
• To improve our website and services

We do not sell your personal information.

4. HIPAA

As a healthcare provider, we comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Protected health information is used and disclosed only as permitted by law. Please avoid sending detailed medical information through the website contact form or regular email.

5. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. Telehealth visits are conducted on a secure platform. No method of internet transmission is completely secure, however.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to access, amend, and request copies of your health records, and to request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures of your information, as provided by law.

7. Third-Party Services

This website may use third-party services such as Google Fonts and Google Maps, which may collect data according to their own privacy policies.

8. Contact Us

Questions about this policy? Contact us at support@cognispsychiatric.com or (773) 234-5866, or write to 7117 N Ridge Blvd, Chicago, IL 60645.