Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 2023

Suncoast Trim Clinic ("we," "us," or "our") values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you interact with our website, services, and SMS communications.

1. Information We Collect & Use

When you interact with Suncoast Trim Clinic, we may collect the following personal information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number
• Health Information (if applicable): Information related to weight loss treatment eligibility (subject to HIPAA regulations)
• Transaction Data: Billing and payment details (processed securely via third-party payment processors)
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and website usage analytics

This data is used to provide services, schedule appointments, send updates, and improve user experience.

2. SMS Opt-In & Communication

By providing your phone number and opting in, you consent to receive SMS messages from Suncoast Trim Clinic regarding appointments, promotions, and updates.

-Message frequency may vary. Standard message and data rates may apply.
-You can opt out anytime by replying "STOP" to any SMS message.
-We do not sell or share SMS consent data with third parties.

3. Data Sharing & Third-Party Services

Suncoast Trim Clinic does not sell your personal information. We only share data with:

• Third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, scheduling software)
• HIPAA-compliant business associates (if health information is involved)
• Legal authorities if required by law

We do not share PHI with marketers or advertisers without explicit consent.

4. Data Retention & Deletion

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill services or comply with legal obligations. You may request deletion of your data by contacting health@suncoasttrimclinic.com.

5. Security & Breach Notification

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect personal and health information. In the event of a data breach affecting PHI, affected individuals will be notified within 60 days via email or mail.

6. External Links Disclaimer

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. Suncoast Trim Clinic is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

7. HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

Suncoast Trim Clinic complies with HIPAA regulations in handling protected health information (PHI). Patients have the right to:

• Request copies of their PHI (fees may apply for printed records)
• Correct inaccuracies in their PHI
• Restrict how PHI is shared (where legally permissible)

We will not use or disclose PHI without signed patient authorization, except as required by law.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Changes will be posted with an updated "Effective Date."

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

📧 Email: health@suncoasttrimclinic.com
📞 Phone: (941) 900-4290