Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 1, 2025

Sunshine State Sports Medicine ("we", "us", or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information, including Protected Health Information (PHI), in compliance with applicable laws such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).

By using our website [www.sunshinestatesportsmedicine.com] or engaging with our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number
Health Information (PHI): Medical history, symptoms, treatment notes, and other health-related details you provide
Appointment Details: Service preferences, scheduling, and treatment history
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited (collected via cookies and analytics tools)

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

Provide athletic training, manual therapy, and related services
Contact you regarding appointments or follow-up care
Respond to inquiries or service requests
Process payments and manage administrative tasks
Comply with federal and state legal requirements, including HIPAA
Improve our website and services

3. HIPAA & Protected Health Information (PHI)

Sunshine State Sports Medicine complies with HIPAA to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your Protected Health Information.

We will only use or disclose your PHI:

For treatment, payment, or healthcare operations
With your written authorization
As required by law (e.g., for public health reporting or legal processes)
To avoid a serious threat to your health or safety

We implement physical, administrative, and technical safeguards to protect your PHI from unauthorized access or disclosure.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your information. We may share information with trusted third-party service providers (such as email systems or payment processors) who are bound by confidentiality and HIPAA-compliant agreements.

We may also share data:

With healthcare professionals involved in your care
To comply with federal, state, or local laws
With your written consent for non-treatment purposes

5. Your Rights Under HIPAA

As a client, you have the right to:

Access and request a copy of your health records
Request corrections to your health information
Receive an accounting of certain disclosures of your PHI
Request restrictions on how we use or share your information
Request confidential communication by alternative means or at alternate locations
File a complaint if you believe your rights have been violated

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at sunshinestatesportsmedicine@gmail.com.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and analytics tools to improve website performance. These do not collect personal health data. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

7. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encryption, secure data storage, and access controls. While no method is 100% secure, we continuously monitor and update our practices to safeguard your data.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for individuals 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without verified parental or guardian consent.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as needed to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:

Sunshine State Sports Medicine
📧 Email: sunshinestatesportsmedicine@gmail.com
🌐 Website: www.sunshinestatesportsmedicine.com
📍 Location: Tampa, Florida