Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 06, 2025
Apicella Health ("we," "our," "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the security of your personal health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share information when you visit our website, [https://apicellahealth.com] (the "Site").
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Health Information (PHI): If you provide health-related details while using our services, we will handle them in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Personal Information: When you sign up for our services, join our waitlist, or contact us, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you voluntarily provide.
- Usage Data: We collect non-personal information about how you interact with our Site, including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and referral sources.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our services;
- To communicate with you about updates, promotions, and news (you can opt-out at any time);
- To personalize your experience on our Site;
- To analyze website traffic and enhance our marketing efforts;
- To comply with legal obligations, including HIPAA, and protect our rights.
3. How We Protect Your Personal Health Information (PHI)
We take the privacy and security of your PHI seriously and implement safeguards to protect it, including:
- Encryption: We use encryption to protect sensitive data both in transit and at rest.
- Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to PHI, and access is strictly limited based on job function.
- HIPAA Compliance Measures: We adhere to HIPAA requirements, including maintaining Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) with third-party service providers handling PHI.
- Regular Security Audits: We conduct routine security assessments to ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following situations:
- Service Providers & Business Associates: We may share PHI with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website and providing services, subject to HIPAA-compliant agreements.
- Legal Compliance: If required by law or in response to legal requests, we may disclose your information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, sale, or acquisition, your information may be transferred as part of the business assets, with continued protection under HIPAA.
5. Your HIPAA Rights
Under HIPAA, you have the right to:
- Access, inspect, and request a copy of your PHI;
- Request corrections to your PHI if you believe it is inaccurate;
- Receive an accounting of disclosures of your PHI;
- Request restrictions on the use or sharing of your PHI;
- File a complaint if you believe your rights have been violated.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. If a data breach occurs, we will notify affected individuals as required by HIPAA regulations.
7. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we discover such data has been collected, we will delete it promptly.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date."
10. Contact Us
For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your rights under HIPAA, please contact us at [hello@apicellahealth.com].
By using our Site, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy and our compliance with HIPAA regulations.