PRivacy Policy
Effective Date: 4/1/24
Ascend Wellness MD ("we," "us," or "our") values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal and health information of our patients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (the "Site") or use our services.
By using our Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies, please do not use our Site.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
A. Personal Information
When you visit our website or use our services, we may collect personal information, including but not limited to:
Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
Date of birth
Medical history, symptoms, treatment details (if provided)
Insurance information (if applicable)
Payment details (for services purchased)
B. Automatically Collected Information
When you browse our Site, we may collect:
Device Information: Your IP address, browser type, operating system, and referral source
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, and other diagnostic data
Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to improve user experience and analyze traffic
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To provide and improve our medical services
To schedule and confirm appointments
To communicate with you regarding your health, treatments, or billing
To process payments for services
To send promotional materials (with your consent)
To improve website functionality and security
To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information under the following circumstances:
With Healthcare Providers: To coordinate care and treatment
With Third-Party Service Providers: For payment processing, email communications, and website analytics
With Legal & Regulatory Authorities: If required by law, such as for compliance with HIPAA or other healthcare regulations
With Your Consent: If you authorize us to share information with other parties
4. HIPAA Compliance & Protection of Health Information
As a medical provider, Ascend Wellness MD follows the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to protect your Protected Health Information (PHI).
Your Rights Under HIPAA:
You have the right to access and request copies of your medical records
You can request corrections to your health information
You can request restrictions on how your PHI is used or shared
You have the right to file a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated
To learn more about HIPAA and your rights, visit www.hhs.gov/hipaa.
5. Your Choices & Control Over Your Information
You have certain rights regarding your personal data:
Opt-Out of Marketing Emails: You can unsubscribe from emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email.
Disable Cookies: You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies.
Request Data Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or medical record retention requirements.
6. Data Security
We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal and health information. However, no system is 100% secure, and we encourage users to take precautions when sharing personal information online.
7. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before providing any personal information.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:
Ascend Wellness MD
📧 Email: info@ascendwellnessmd.com