1. Introduction
Jacksonville Chiropractic ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect Protected Health Information (PHI) in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
2. What is Protected Health Information (PHI)?
PHI includes any health-related information that can identify you, such as:
- Your name, address, phone number, or email in connection with your health condition.
- Medical records, diagnoses, treatment information, or insurance details.
- Any information about your past, present, or future physical or mental health.
3. How We Collect PHI
We may collect PHI through the following means:
- When you schedule an appointment online or via phone.
- When you submit forms on our website.
- During in-office visits and consultations.
- Through communications via email, phone, or other messaging services.
4. How We Use and Disclose PHI
We only use and disclose PHI as permitted by HIPAA, including:
✅ Treatment: To provide you with chiropractic care, consultations, and follow-ups.
✅ Payment: To process payments, insurance claims, or billing purposes.
✅ Healthcare Operations: For internal record-keeping, quality assessments, or administrative purposes.
We Do NOT Use PHI for Marketing or Advertising Purposes
We do not share PHI with third-party advertisers, including Meta (Facebook) or Google Ads. Any tracking or analytics data shared with advertising platforms excludes PHI.
5. How We Protect Your PHI
We implement strict security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of data during transmission and storage.
- Access controls to limit PHI access to authorized personnel only.
- HIPAA-compliant servers for electronic health record storage.
6. Your HIPAA Rights
Under HIPAA, you have the right to:
✔️ Access your health records.
✔️ Request corrections to inaccurate information.
✔️ Request restrictions on certain uses of your PHI.
✔️ Receive a copy of this privacy notice.
✔️ File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Cell Phone: 904-382-6763
7. Third-Party Services & HIPAA Compliance
We work with third-party service providers who assist with operations. To maintain HIPAA compliance, we ensure they comply with Business Associate Agreements (BAAs).
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this HIPAA Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and we encourage you to review it periodically.
By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this HIPAA Privacy Policy.
📜 For more details, refer to our full Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
