Website Privacy Policy

Scope of this policy

This policy applies to information collected through azweightandmetabolic.health. If information you provide becomes protected health information as part of your care, our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices also applies. If the two documents address the same health information differently, the HIPAA notice controls.

Information you choose to provide

You may provide information when you call us, follow a scheduling link, request an appointment, or otherwise communicate with the practice. This may include your name, contact information, appointment preferences, and information you choose to provide for scheduling or care.

The website itself does not currently contain a general contact form. Appointment scheduling is handled through Acuity Scheduling, a third-party service. Information entered there may be processed by that service on our behalf and used by the practice to schedule and manage your appointment.

Information collected automatically

Our website and hosting providers may automatically receive limited technical information, such as your IP address, browser and device type, approximate location, pages visited, referring page, and the date and time of access. This information may be used to operate, secure, troubleshoot, and improve the website.

Cookies and analytics

The site may use cookies or similar technologies that are necessary for website operation, security, and performance. We do not currently use advertising cookies, behavioral advertising pixels, or Google Analytics on this website.

If we later add analytics or other nonessential tracking technologies, we will update this policy and provide any choices or notices required by applicable law.

How we use information

• To respond to requests and provide scheduling assistance
• To operate, maintain, protect, and improve the website
• To communicate about appointments or services you request
• To comply with legal obligations and protect patients, the practice, and others

When information may be shared

We may share information with service providers that help operate the website, communications, scheduling, and practice systems; when required by law or a valid legal process; or when reasonably necessary to protect rights, safety, or security. We do not sell personal information collected through this website.

Third-party websites and services

This website links to services that we do not operate, including Acuity Scheduling, map services, pharmacies, and manufacturer websites. Their privacy practices apply when you use their websites. Review their policies before providing information.

Security and retention

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards appropriate to the information we maintain. No website or electronic transmission can be guaranteed completely secure. We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described here, our legal obligations, and our legitimate business needs.

Your choices

You may limit cookies through your browser settings, although doing so may affect website functionality. For questions about personal information connected with this website, contact us using the information below. Rights concerning medical records are described in our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.

Children’s privacy

This website is intended for adults seeking information about the practice. It is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children through this website.

Policy updates

We may revise this policy as our website or practices change. The updated version will be posted here with a new effective date.

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