Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 28, 2025
Joseph Sims, DO LLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our telemedicine services.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information: name, contact information, date of birth, billing details.
Health Information: medical history, medications, treatment plans, symptoms.
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, access times, and usage data.
2. How We Use Your Information
To provide medical consultation and treatment.
To process payments and manage appointments.
To comply with legal and regulatory obligations (HIPAA).
To improve our services and website.
3. Information Sharing
We will never sell or rent your information. We may share your data with:
Authorized medical staff involved in your care.
HIPAA-compliant service providers (e.g., telehealth platform, payment processors).
Legal authorities if required by law or in response to a valid legal request.
4. Your Rights
You may request access, correction, or deletion of your personal health information.
You have the right to request how and where we communicate with you.
You can request an accounting of disclosures of your health information.
5. Data Security
We implement physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your data in compliance with HIPAA standards.
6. Cookies and Website Usage
Our website may use cookies or tracking tools to enhance user experience. You can adjust your browser settings to disable cookies.
7. Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted with a new effective date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your rights, please contact us at: