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Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 09/30/2024
Auracle Chiropractic
Introduction
Auracle Chiropractic (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information.
Information We Collect
Personal Information:
When provided voluntarily by individuals, we may collect personal information such as:
• Names
• Addresses
• Email addresses
• Phone numbers
• Health information, including medical history, treatment plans, and chiropractic care records.
Non-Personal Information:
We may also collect non-personal information, including:
• Browser type
• Operating system
• IP address
• Data collected from cookies and other tracking technologies for website analytics.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for purposes including, but not limited to:
• Providing and personalizing chiropractic services.
• Processing transactions, managing appointments, and delivering chiropractic care.
• Sending periodic emails related to appointments, treatment plans, or inquiries.
• Complying with state and federal health and data privacy laws.
Disclosure of Information
We do not sell, trade, or transfer personal information to third parties without consent, except as outlined below:
Third-Party Service Providers:
We may share information with third-party providers who assist in operating our website, conducting business, or servicing you. These providers include billing services, appointment management software, and other administrative tools.
Legal Compliance:
We may disclose information when required by law, including responding to lawful requests by public authorities, court orders, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
Relevant Laws Governing Data Privacy
United States:
• Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA):
• Protects patient health information held by covered entities and their business associates. This applies to all personal health information collected by the clinic.
• Enforcement: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
• Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act):
• Prohibits unfair and deceptive practices in commerce, including the unauthorized disclosure of personal information.
• Enforcement: Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
• Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA):
• Primarily applies to financial institutions but mandates the protection of sensitive customer information, including that held by healthcare institutions.
• Enforcement: Various federal agencies, including the FTC.
• Illinois Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA):
• Requires businesses in Illinois to implement security measures for personal information and to notify individuals of security breaches.
• Enforcement: Illinois Attorney General.
Canada:
• Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA):
• Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information in the private sector for commercial purposes.
• Enforcement: Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC).
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Your Choices
You have the right to:
• Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
• Revoke consent for the collection or use of your personal data.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@auraclechiropractic.com.
Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information through secure data storage, encryption, and transmission protocols. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at:
Auracle Chiropractic
contact@auraclechiropractic.com
8157287049
7432 Hancock Drive, Wonder Lake IL, 60097
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