1. Introduction

At Hutchison Chiropractic Center Inc (“we,” “our,” “the practice”), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal health information (PHI) in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other applicable privacy laws. This policy also covers your consent to receive communications, including text messages, from our office.

2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information through office visits, forms, phone calls, or our website:

• Personal identifiers (name, date of birth, address, phone, email)
• Medical history and treatment records
• Insurance and billing information
• Appointment history and care notes
• Website usage data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)

3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:

• Provide and coordinate chiropractic care and related services
• Schedule appointments and send reminders
• Communicate with you about your care
• Process insurance claims and payments
• Improve our services and office operations
• Comply with legal, regulatory, and public health requirements

4. Consent to Receive Text Messages

By providing your mobile phone number, you consent to receive text messages from Hutchison Chiropractic Center Inc for purposes such as:

• Appointment reminders and confirmations
• Scheduling changes
• Information related to your treatment plan
• Billing and insurance notifications
• Office updates and policy announcements

Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any message. Text messages are not guaranteed to be secure. We will not use text messaging to share sensitive health information unless you have given us explicit, written permission.

5. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information under the following circumstances:

• With other healthcare providers involved in your care
• With your health insurance provider for billing and authorization
• With trusted service providers who help us manage our practice (e.g., billing or scheduling systems), under strict confidentiality agreements
• When required by law for health oversight, legal proceedings, or law enforcement
• With your authorized representative or legal guardian

We do not sell or share your personal information with third-party marketers.

6. Your Rights Under HIPAA
You have the right to:

• Access and receive a copy of your medical record
• Request corrections to your health information
• Request confidential communications (e.g., through a specific phone number or address)
• Request limits on how your information is used or shared
• Receive a list of certain disclosures we’ve made of your information
• Appoint someone to act on your behalf (e.g., a healthcare proxy)
• File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated

To exercise any of these rights, contact our office at (850) 243-2723.

7. Website & Online Privacy

If you use our website, we may collect limited, non-identifying information such as:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Pages visited and time spent on the site

This information helps us improve our website experience but is not used to identify individual users. You may disable cookies in your browser settings if desired.

8. Data Security & Breach Notification
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your health information. This includes secure storage, limited access, and staff training.

In the event of a breach involving your protected health information (PHI), we will notify you promptly in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted in our office and on our website, and will be effective as of the updated date listed at the top of this page.

10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your rights, or how we handle your information, please contact:

Hutchison Chiropractic Center Inc
📍 151 Mary Esther Blvd, Suites #301–302
📞 (850) 243-2723