Privacy Policy for Long Hollow Chiropractic
Introduction
Long Hollow Chiropractic is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our patients' personal information. We adhere to the highest standards of patient confidentiality and data protection, ensuring compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how it is collected, how it is used, and the measures we take to safeguard it.
Types of Information Collected
We collect the following types of personal information from our patients:
- Name and other demographic information
- Email Address and Phone Number
- Medical history and relevant health information
How Information is Collected
We collect personal information directly from our patients through:
- Paper/electronic patient intake forms (which include consent to SMS communication)
- In-person consultations and communications
Purpose of Data Collection
We collect personal information for the following purposes:
- To contact patients regarding appointments, scheduling, and follow-ups
- To maintain accurate medical records and provide appropriate chiropractic care
- To communicate important medical case information
- To occasionally send promotional materials, office updates, and appointment reminders
Data Security Measures
Long Hollow Chiropractic takes the security of patient data seriously. We use HIPAA-compliant mobile providers to protect personal information from unauthorized access or misuse. Our systems are designed to ensure that all patient data remains confidential and is handled with the utmost care.
Data Sharing
We do not share personal information with third parties except as necessary to provide our services. Patient data may be shared only with our SMS phone provider for the purpose of appointment reminders and communication. Phone numbers collected with SMS consent, will not be sold, rented, or shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes under any circumstances.
User Rights
Patients have the right to access, update, or delete their personal information held by Long Hollow Chiropractic. If you wish to exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below. We will take reasonable steps to verify your identity before making any changes to your personal information.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: info@longhollowchiro.com
SMS Consent
By consenting to SMS communication on patient intake forms, patients agree to receive text messages regarding appointment reminders and important information related to their care. This consent is shared only with our phone provider and is not used for any other purposes.
By using the services of Long Hollow Chiropractic, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection, use, and sharing of your personal information as described herein.