Effective Date: April 24, 2026
1. Introduction & HIPAA Compliance
This policy describes how lskidtherapy collects, uses, and protects your information. Because we provide therapeutic services, we are a “Covered Entity” under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Your Protected Health Information (PHI) is handled with the highest level of security.
2. Information We Collect
- Direct Information: Name, child’s name/age, email, phone number, and health history submitted via intake forms.
- Automated Information: We use “cookies” to understand how you use our site. This may include your IP address, browser type, and pages visited.
- Text Messaging Data: If you opt-in to SMS, we collect your mobile number and consent records.
3. Use of Information
We use your data to:
- Coordinate and provide therapeutic treatment.
- Process payments and billing.
- Send appointment reminders and practice updates.
- Comply with legal obligations (e.g., reporting suspected abuse as required by Florida law).
4. SMS Privacy (Mandatory 10DLC Clause)
We prioritize your communication privacy.
- Non-Sharing: Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
- Exclusion: All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
5. Limitations of Services & Disclaimers
- Not an Emergency Service: The contact forms and SMS services on this website are for non-urgent communication only. If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room.
- No Therapist-Patient Relationship: Use of this website or sending an inquiry does not establish an official therapist-patient relationship until an intake assessment is completed and a formal agreement is signed.
- Information Security: While we use encrypted systems for our patient portal, standard email and SMS are not 100% secure. By using these channels, you acknowledge and accept these inherent risks.
6. Your Rights
Under HIPAA and the 2026 privacy updates, you have the right to:
- Inspect and receive a copy of your child’s medical records.
- Request an amendment to incorrect information.
- Substance Use Records: If applicable, you have enhanced protections for records involving substance use disorder treatment under 42 CFR Part 2.
- Request a “Notice of Privacy Practices” (NPP) in paper form at any time.
7. Third-Party Links
Our site may link to external resources (e.g., educational tools). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites.
8. Contact Us
For questions regarding this policy or to file a privacy grievance, please contact: Privacy Officer lskidtherapy.com [info@lskidtherapy.com/207 Bartow Rd, Lakeland FL 33801] [(863) 360-4910]
