The Tongue & Body Connection, LLC and
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Privacy Policy
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Welcome to The Tongue and Body Connection’s Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy Services. This Privacy Policy is here to better serve those who are concerned with how their information is used online. The following describes what type of information we collect, what it’s used for, and the measures we take to protect it on our website and during virtual appointments.
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If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact The Tongue & Body Connection, LLC at heather@thetongueandbodyconnection.com.
If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, you shall not use or browse the Site.
Information We Collect:
We may collect personal information, including but not limited to name, contact information, medical history, and payment details when you schedule an appointment or interact with our services. This information is voluntarily provided by clients during the appointment booking process. We also collect information about your use of our website, including cookies and tracking data.
Use of Information:
Personal information is collected for the purpose of providing and improve our orofacial myofunctional therapy services, process payments, communicate with you, and comply with legal requirements. This includes appointment scheduling, conducting virtual sessions, and maintaining client records. We do not share your personal data with third parties except for processing payments or as required by law.
Data Security:
We implement security measures to protect the confidentiality of your personal information. Virtual appointments are conducted on secure platforms, and electronic records are stored in a secure manner.
Third-Party Services:
We may use third-party services, such as an electronic health record provider (Charm EHR), virtual meeting platforms (doxy.me) or payment processors (Square), to enhance our services. These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.
Confidentiality:
Orofacial myofunctional therapy sessions are confidential. Information shared during sessions is treated with the utmost confidentiality, in accordance with professional ethical standards.
Legal Compliance:
We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law or in response to a court order or subpoena.
Cookies and Analytics:
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve user experience and collect information about website usage. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.
Client Rights:
Clients have the right to access, correct, or delete their personal information. Requests can be made by contacting us through the provided contact information.
Children's Privacy:
Our services are intended for individuals aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18.
Location-Specific Information:
The Tongue & Body Connection, LLC is located in Collin County. Information collected and services provided are governed by the laws of the State of Texas.
Changes to Privacy Policy:
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be reflected on this page. Continued use of our website and services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
HIPAA Compliance
We are committed to protecting your health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). Below is our HIPAA policy.
HIPAA Privacy Policy
At The Tongue & Body Connection, we ensure that your Protected Health Information (PHI) is handled securely and in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Your Rights: You have the right to access, amend, and request restrictions on your health information.
Use and Disclosure: We may use your PHI for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations.
What information is Protected: We implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect your PHI.
Disclosures Without Consent: Certain disclosures may be made without your consent as required by law.
Changes to Policy: We reserve the right to update this policy and will notify you of any changes.
For detailed information, please refer to the full HIPAA policy here
Contact Information:
Heather Blanchard
heather@thetongueandbodyconnection.com
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us. Thank you for choosing The Tongue & Body Connection’s Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy Services.
Last updated: February 7, 2024