Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for iBackCheck Sport Therapy
Effective Date: Jan 1, 2010
At iBackCheck Sport Therapy, your privacy is a top priority. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and disclose your information, including your Protected Health Information (PHI), in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
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Personal Information: Name, address, phone number, email, date of birth.
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Health Information (PHI): Medical history, treatment plans, appointment details, insurance information.
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Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and other analytics data.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Provide and coordinate your care and treatment.
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Communicate with you about appointments and services.
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Process billing and insurance claims.
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Improve our website and services.
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Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
3. HIPAA Compliance
As a covered entity under HIPAA, we:
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Maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your PHI.
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Limit access to PHI to authorized personnel only.
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Use secure methods to store and transmit PHI.
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Provide you with access to your health records upon request.
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Notify you in the event of a breach involving your PHI.
4. Your Rights Under HIPAA
You have the right to:
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Access and request a copy of your PHI.
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Request corrections to your PHI.
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Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures.
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Receive confidential communications in a preferred manner.
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Receive a paper copy of this Privacy Policy.
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File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.
5. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with:
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Healthcare providers involved in your care.
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Insurance companies for billing purposes.
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Business associates who perform services on our behalf (under HIPAA-compliant agreements).
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Law enforcement or public health authorities when required by law.
We do not sell or rent your personal or health information.
6. Data Security
We implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect your information, including:
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Encrypted communications and secure servers.
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Access controls and staff training.
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Regular audits and risk assessments.
7. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve user experience. These tools do not collect PHI and are used solely for website performance and marketing insights.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on our website with the updated effective date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or your privacy rights, please contact:
iBackCheck Sport Therapy
1000 School Street NW
Elk River, MN 55330
763.400.7438
mbaron@ibackcheck.com