A legal disclaimer

Last Updated: August 31, 2025

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This Privacy Policy describes how PowerStride PT and Wellness ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us. By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Disclaimer: This document is a template and should not be considered legal advice. It is a general guide for a physical therapy and wellness business. We strongly recommend that you consult with a legal professional to ensure your privacy policy is fully compliant with all local, state, federal, and international laws, including but not limited to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

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1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services to you.

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a. Protected Health Information (PHI)

As a physical therapy and wellness provider, we collect protected health information (PHI) as defined under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This may include:

• Demographic Data: Your name, address, phone number, email address, date of birth, and gender.

• Medical and Health Information: Your health history, diagnoses, treatment plans, progress notes, and other health-related data.

• Billing and Insurance Information: Your insurance provider details, policy numbers, and payment information for billing purposes.

b. Personal Information (Non-PHI)

We may also collect personal information that is not considered PHI, such as:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, and phone number when you fill out a contact form or subscribe to a newsletter.

• Usage Data: Information on how you access and use our website, such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site.

• Other Information: Any other information you voluntarily provide to us.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• To Provide Services: To deliver physical therapy and wellness services, create and manage your treatment plan, and communicate with you about your care.

• For Billing and Payment: To process payments, bill your insurance provider, and manage your account.

• To Improve Our Services: To analyze data and feedback to enhance our treatment methods, programs, and website.

• For Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send appointment reminders, and provide information about our services.

• For Legal and Regulatory Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, including HIPAA, and to protect our rights and property.

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3. Disclosure of Your Information

We may disclose your information to third parties in the following circumstances:

• With Your Consent: We will share your information with your explicit, written permission, such as when we communicate with your referring physician or other healthcare providers.

• For Treatment, Payment, and Health Care Operations: We are permitted under HIPAA to use and disclose your PHI for these purposes without your authorization. This includes sharing information with billing services, electronic health record (EHR) providers, or other business associates who assist us in providing services.

• Service Providers: We may share non-PHI with third-party vendors who provide services on our behalf, such as website hosting or data analytics. These parties are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them.

• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental regulation.

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4. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We use a combination of physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect your data, in accordance with applicable privacy laws. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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5. Your Choices and Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal and health information. Under HIPAA, you have the right to:

• Access Your Records: Request to inspect and receive a copy of your health information.

• Request an Amendment: Ask us to amend your health information if you believe it is incorrect or incomplete.

• Request Restrictions: Ask us to limit the use or disclosure of your information for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations.

• Request Confidential Communications: Ask us to communicate with you about health matters in a certain way or at a specific location.

Please contact us using the information below to exercise any of these rights.

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6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites, and we encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any information.

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7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

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8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

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9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

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PowerStride PT and Wellness

11331 U.S. Hwy 301 Riverview, FL 33578

info@powerstridept.com

443-477-4967