Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Vitality Chiropractic
www.chirovitality.com

At Vitality Chiropractic, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or receive care at our practice. We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with applicable state laws and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information from you:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other contact details submitted through appointment requests, forms, or communications.

  • Health Information (PHI): When you are a patient, we collect Protected Health Information (PHI) related to your care, including medical history, symptoms, treatment, insurance details, and health outcomes.

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and usage data through cookies or analytics tools when you visit our website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Schedule and manage appointments and communications

  • Provide chiropractic care and follow-up services

  • Submit insurance claims and billing

  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

  • Improve website functionality and user experience

3. HIPAA Compliance and PHI Protection

As a healthcare provider, Vitality Chiropractic adheres to all HIPAA regulations concerning the use and disclosure of your Protected Health Information (PHI). We:

  • Only use or share PHI for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations

  • Require written authorization for any other uses of your PHI (e.g., marketing)

  • Protect your PHI with administrative, technical, and physical safeguards

  • Provide you with access to your medical records upon request

  • Notify you in the event of a breach affecting your PHI

For a full explanation of your rights under HIPAA, you may request a copy of our Notice of Privacy Practices at any time.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information with:

  • Insurance companies for billing and coverage

  • Third-party service providers who support our practice (e.g., IT services, payment processors)

  • Law enforcement or government officials when required by law

  • Other healthcare providers involved in your care (with your consent)

All third-party partners are contractually obligated to protect your information.

5. Your Rights

As a patient or website user, you have the right to:

  • Access and request a copy of your personal or health information

  • Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data

  • Request restrictions on the use or disclosure of your PHI

  • Receive a list of disclosures made (as permitted by law)

  • Withdraw consent or file a complaint regarding privacy practices

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

6. Cookies and Online Tracking

Our website may use cookies or third-party tracking tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand how users interact with our site. You may disable cookies through your browser settings. We do not collect identifiable health data through the website unless you submit it voluntarily.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without verified parental consent.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The revised version will be posted with a new effective date. Continued use of our website or services after such changes implies acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

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

Vitality Chiropractic
100 East St, Suite 100
Vienna, VA 22180
Phone: 703-255-6522
Website: www.chirovitality.com