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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 3, 2026

Ronen Rosenblatt Nir Acupuncture ("we," "us," "our," or "the Clinic") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website https://ronenacupuncture.com ("Website"). Ronen Rosenblatt Nir is a Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.) in Israel with 20+ years of clinical experience. Currently in the process of recognition in the USA. This site is live for information and indexing purposes. Clinical services will be available upon obtaining local permits and licenses.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing our Website and using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide to Us

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, address
  • Health Information: Medical history, current conditions, medications, allergies, health goals, treatment preferences (collected via intake forms and consultations)
  • Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address (processed securely; we do NOT store full credit card numbers)
  • Communication: Messages, emails, or phone calls you send us regarding appointments or treatment

B. Information Collected Automatically

  • Website Analytics: Google Analytics tracks page views, referral sources, device type, IP address, and browsing behavior (see Section 5 below)
  • Cookies: Our Website uses cookies to remember your preferences and improve user experience
  • Log Files: Server logs record access times, browser type, pages visited, and IP address

C. Information from Third Parties

  • Referrals from other healthcare providers or practitioners
  • Insurance information (if you provide it for superbill purposes)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To provide acupuncture treatment and deliver healthcare services
  • To communicate with you about appointments, treatments, and medical care
  • To process payments and issue superbills or invoices
  • To maintain medical records as required by Florida medical law (minimum 5-year retention)
  • To improve our Website and services based on analytics and user feedback
  • To comply with legal obligations under Florida Statutes, HIPAA, and other applicable laws
  • To contact you with appointment reminders, treatment updates, or health information (with your consent)
  • To prevent fraud and protect the security of our Website and services

We DO NOT:

  • Sell your personal information to third parties
  • Share your health information with unrelated third parties without your explicit written consent
  • Use your information for marketing or promotional purposes without your permission
  • Store sensitive payment information (full credit card numbers) on our servers

3. HIPAA Privacy & Security (Applicable to Medical Records)

As a healthcare provider in Florida, we are bound by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Your health information is treated as "Protected Health Information" (PHI) and receives the highest level of protection.

Your HIPAA Rights:

  • Right to Access: You may request to review and obtain a copy of your medical records at any time
  • Right to Amend: You may request corrections to inaccurate health information
  • Right to Accounting of Disclosures: You may request a list of all entities that have accessed your health records
  • Right to Request Restrictions: You may request limitations on how your health information is used or disclosed
  • Right to Confidential Communication: You may request that we communicate with you using alternative methods (e.g., email vs. phone)

Our HIPAA Obligations:

  • We maintain physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to protect your health information
  • We limit access to your health records to authorized clinic personnel only
  • We retain medical records for a minimum of 5 years per Florida medical law (longer if required by law)
  • We do not disclose your health information without your explicit written authorization, except as required by law

Authorized Disclosures Without Your Consent:

We may disclose your health information without your permission only when required by law:

  • Court orders or subpoenas
  • Law enforcement requests (with proper legal authority)
  • Public health surveillance (disease reporting)
  • Fraud investigations by government agencies
  • Emergency situations (protecting your health/safety)

4. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) & Your Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to Know: You may request what personal information we have collected about you
  • Right to Delete: You may request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal exceptions)
  • Right to Opt-Out: You may opt out of "sales" of your personal information (we do not sell data)
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights
  • Right to Limit Use: You may limit how we use your sensitive personal information

To exercise these rights: Email us at ronenrosen@gmail.com with your request. We will respond within 45 days.

Note: We may not be able to delete health information if it is required by law or for treatment continuity purposes.

5. Google Analytics & Website Tracking

We use Google Analytics (Google Tracking ID: G-7JZSECYQPZ) to understand how visitors use our Website, measure traffic patterns, and improve content.

Information Collected by Google Analytics:

  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Device type (mobile, desktop, tablet)
  • Browser and operating system
  • Referral source (how you found us)
  • Anonymized IP address

Your Control Over Analytics:

  • Opt-Out: You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
  • Browser Settings: You can configure your browser to reject all cookies
  • Do Not Track: We respect "Do Not Track" signals in your browser

Google's Privacy: Google Analytics data is subject to Google's Privacy Policy. We recommend reviewing it for more information.

6. Data Security & Protection

We implement reasonable physical, electronic, and procedural security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:

  • SSL/HTTPS Encryption: Our Website uses SSL encryption for all data transmitted between your browser and our servers
  • Secure Storage: Medical records are stored in secure, password-protected systems with limited access
  • Payment Security: Credit card processing is handled by PCI-DSS-compliant payment processors; we do NOT store full credit card numbers
  • Employee Training: Our staff is trained on HIPAA compliance and data protection best practices
  • Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to sensitive health information

However, no transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You use our Website and services at your own risk.

7. How Long We Keep Your Information

  • Medical Records: Retained for a minimum of 5 years after last treatment per Florida medical law. We may retain longer if required by law or for continuity of care
  • Contact Information: Retained until you request deletion or we determine contact is no longer needed
  • Payment Information: Credit card numbers are NOT stored. Payment records (receipts, invoices) are retained for 7 years for tax/accounting purposes
  • Website Analytics: Google Analytics data is retained per Google's retention settings (default: 26 months)
  • Cookies: Session cookies deleted when browser closes; persistent cookies set for 1 year

8. Third-Party Links & Websites

Our Website may contain links to external websites (Google Maps, Facebook, insurance verifications, research databases). We are NOT responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before sharing information with them.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Website and services are NOT intended for children under age 13. We do NOT knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with information, we will delete it immediately. If you believe a child has shared information with us, please contact us at ronenrosen@gmail.com.

10. Florida Medical Privacy Laws

In addition to HIPAA, we comply with Florida Statutes Chapter 456 (Florida Medical Practice Act), which requires:

  • Keeping medical records confidential and secure
  • Maintaining records for minimum 5 years
  • Providing patients access to their records upon request
  • Notifying patients of any data breaches within reasonable time

11. Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to access your medical records, or want to exercise your HIPAA or CCPA rights, please contact us:

  • Email: ronenrosen@gmail.com

Clinic address and phone will be updated upon obtaining local permits and opening for clinical services.

We will respond to your request within 15 days (or as required by law). You may also contact the Florida Department of Health if you have unresolved concerns: https://flhealthsource.gov

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date above. Your continued use of our Website and services constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT: By using our Website and services, you acknowledge that you have read this Privacy Policy, understand it, and agree to comply with it. If you do not agree, please do not use our Website or services.