Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 04-28-2025
Last Updated: 04-28-2025
United Midwifery ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in accordance with applicable laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal and health information when you visit our website or engage with our services:
Name, email address, phone number
Date of birth and estimated due date
Medical history and health information voluntarily submitted
Appointment and service request details
Insurance or billing information (if applicable)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Schedule and manage appointments
Provide midwifery and wellness services
Communicate about your care
Maintain medical records in compliance with legal requirements
Send reminders or educational materials (if you consent)
3. HIPAA Compliance and Protected Health Information (PHI)
As a healthcare provider, we comply with HIPAA regulations. Any information you provide that falls under Protected Health Information (PHI) is handled with the highest level of confidentiality.
We will never disclose your PHI without your explicit written consent, except as permitted or required by law (e.g., in case of a public health emergency or court order).
4. Medical Record Security and Retention
We maintain all patient records in secure, HIPAA-compliant electronic systems or locked physical storage. Only authorized personnel have access to these records.
We retain health records for the period required by law, after which they are securely destroyed.
5. Your Rights Under HIPAA
You have the right to:
Access and obtain a copy of your medical records
Request corrections to your health information
Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures
Receive an accounting of disclosures
File a complaint if you believe your rights have been violated
To exercise these rights, contact us in writing at the address below.
6. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience. These tools do not collect PHI and are used only for site performance and analytics.
7. Third-Party Services
We may link to or use services from third-party platforms (e.g., online scheduling tools or email providers). These services have their own privacy policies, and we recommend reviewing them before submitting personal information.
8. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Updates will be posted to this page with a revised date.
Contact Us
United Midwifery
Brittney Holmes, LM/CPM
904-601-2266
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