Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Acupuncture Ecology (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information, including health-related information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information obtained through our website, phone, and text messaging communications.

Information We Collect

We collect only information necessary to operate our practice and communicate with you, including:

  • Personal Information: name, phone number, email address
  • Health Information: information you voluntarily share for scheduling, treatment coordination, or care-related communication
  • Communication Data: messages sent via phone calls, SMS/text messages, email, or website forms
  • Website Data: limited technical information such as IP address or browser type (if applicable)

How We Use Your Information

Your information is used only for legitimate clinical and business purposes, including:

  • Appointment scheduling and reminders
  • Responding to inquiries
  • Care coordination and administrative communication
  • Billing or insurance-related communication (if applicable)
  • Legal and regulatory compliance

We do not use your information for advertising or marketing unrelated to our services.

Text Messaging (SMS)

If you provide your mobile number and opt in to receive text messages:

  • You may receive appointment reminders, scheduling updates, and service-related communications
  • Message frequency varies
  • Message and data rates may apply
  • You may opt out at any time by replying STOP
  • For assistance, reply HELP or contact us directly

SMS consent is not shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent personal information.

We may share information only:

  • As required by law
  • For healthcare operations or payment
  • With trusted service providers (e.g., phone or messaging platforms) who are contractually obligated to protect your data


Sharing of Personal Information: 
Acupuncture Ecology LLC will not share, sell, or disclose your personal information or mobile opt-in data to third parties without your explicit consent, except where required by law. Your information is kept confidential and used solely for the purposes you have agreed to. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with third parties. Text messaging opt-in data is not being shared with third parties.
 
Opting Out of Text Messages:
You have the right to opt out of receiving text messages from Acupuncture Ecology LLC at any time. To opt-out, you can reply “STOP” to any text message you receive from us. 
 
Consent and Opt-In:
By providing your phone number and opting in to receive text messages, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as described in this policy. We ensure that your consent is obtained explicitly and that you are informed about the types of messages you will receive. 

Data Security & HIPAA

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal and health information in accordance with applicable privacy laws. Communication by SMS should not be used for urgent or sensitive medical matters.

Your Rights

You may:

  • Opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP
  • Request access to or correction of your information
  • Ask questions about our privacy practices

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. The effective date reflects the most recent version.

Contact Information

Acupuncture Ecology
Phone: (541) 220-1138
Email: david@acupunctureecology.com
Website: http://www.acupunctureecology.com