Effective Date: 3/2/2026
At Creswell Foot & Ankle Surgery, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal and medical information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data, including compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information (name, email, phone number, etc.)
- Medical Information (health history, prescription details, insurance information, etc.)
- Usage Data (IP address, browser type, website interactions, etc.)
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used for:
- Scheduling and confirming appointments
- Processing insurance claims and payments
- Providing personalized foot and ankle services
- Improving our website and services
- Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
3. HIPAA Compliance
As a healthcare provider, we adhere to HIPAA regulations to protect your medical information. This means:
- Your health information is only shared with authorized personnel.
- We implement strict security measures to safeguard your data.
- You have the right to access, amend, and request restrictions on your health information.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties except:
- When required by law.
- With your consent.
- With third-party service providers who help us operate our business (e.g., billing services, insurance providers).
5. Data Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal and medical information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal and medical records.
- Request corrections to inaccurate information.
- Request restrictions on how we use your data.
- File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.
7. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
8. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We do not sell, rent, release, or transfer your SMS consent or phone number to any third party for any third party marketing purposes. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
Service Providers: We may share your information with our service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as marketing, customer services, or technical support. These
service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for services they provide.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, property, or the safety of our users or others.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of
transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your rights under HIPAA, please contact us at:
Creswell Foot & Ankle Surgery
610 Cedar St.
Wallace, ID 83873
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