Privacy & Data Protection

Privacy Policy

At Pickett Chiropractic, we are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal and health information.

Last updated: January 15, 2025

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Name, address, phone number, and email address
  • Date of birth and insurance information
  • Medical history and health information
  • Emergency contact information
  • Payment and billing information

Website Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address and browser information
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Referring website information
  • Device and operating system information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • Providing chiropractic care and treatment services
  • Scheduling appointments and sending reminders
  • Processing insurance claims and billing
  • Communicating about your treatment and health
  • Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Improving our services and website functionality
  • Sending healthcare-related information and updates (with consent)

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Healthcare Operations: With other healthcare providers involved in your care
  • Insurance: With your insurance company for claims processing
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or court order
  • Emergency Situations: To protect your health and safety
  • Business Associates: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in our operations

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

4. HIPAA Compliance

As a healthcare provider, we comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This includes:

  • Protecting the privacy of your protected health information (PHI)
  • Providing you with access to your medical records
  • Allowing you to request amendments to your health information
  • Obtaining authorization before using your information for non-routine purposes
  • Providing you with a Notice of Privacy Practices

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:

  • Secure, encrypted storage of electronic health records
  • Restricted access to patient information on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular staff training on privacy and security protocols
  • Secure transmission of data over the internet
  • Physical security measures to protect paper records

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Request access to your health information
  • Request corrections to your health information
  • Request restrictions on how your information is used
  • Request confidential communications
  • File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated
  • Opt-out of marketing communications

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Pickett Chiropractic
1816 Alpine Ave, Navarre, FL 32566

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Questions About Our Privacy Practices?

We're committed to protecting your privacy. Contact us if you have any questions or concerns about how we handle your information.