Privacy Policy for Doctor Springs
Last Updated: April 2026
Doctor Springs (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with our practice.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, date of birth, address, phone number, email address, and insurance information provided when scheduling appointments or completing patient forms.
- Health Information: Medical history, treatment records, lab results, prescriptions, and other clinical data necessary for your care (Protected Health Information or PHI under HIPAA).
- Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and other analytics data collected through cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.
- Communications: Records of your correspondence with our office, including appointment requests, emails, and phone calls.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Treatment: To provide, coordinate, and manage your healthcare and related services.
- Payment: To bill and collect payment for services provided, including communicating with insurance companies when applicable.
- Healthcare Operations: To support quality improvement, staff training, compliance, and other administrative functions.
- Communication: To contact you regarding appointments, treatment plans, health reminders, and practice updates.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with federal and state laws, including HIPAA, and to respond to legal processes.
How We Protect Your Information
We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal and health information, including:
- Encrypted electronic health records and secure data storage
- HIPAA-compliant communication platforms for telehealth and messaging
- Role-based access controls limiting who can view your information
- Regular staff training on privacy and security practices
- Secure disposal of paper and electronic records
Disclosure of Your Information
We do not sell your personal or health information. We may disclose your information only in the following circumstances:
- With Your Consent: When you authorize us to share information with other healthcare providers, family members, or third parties.
- For Treatment: To other healthcare providers involved in your care.
- As Required by Law: In response to court orders, subpoenas, or as required by federal or state law.
- For Public Health: To report certain conditions or events as required by public health authorities.
Your Rights Under HIPAA
As a patient, you have the right to:
- Access and obtain a copy of your health records
- Request corrections to your health information
- Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures of your information
- Receive a notice of our privacy practices
- File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated
Website Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience and analyze site traffic. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. We do not use website analytics data to identify individual patients or link browsing activity to health records.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your HIPAA rights, or have concerns about how your information is handled, please contact us:
Doctor Springs
400 N Ashley Drive, Suite 1900
Tampa, FL 33602
Phone: (813) 485-5954
Email: info@doctorsprings.com
