{"id":281,"date":"2026-01-16T19:44:18","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T19:44:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cheryl.telehealthpractices.com\/?page_id=281"},"modified":"2026-01-16T19:45:27","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T19:45:27","slug":"pr","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cheryl.telehealthpractices.com\/?page_id=281","title":{"rendered":"Privacy Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"281\" class=\"elementor elementor-281\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b035841 e-flex e-con-boxed tmpcoder-jarallax-no tmpcoder-parallax-no tmpcoder-particle-no tmpcoder-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b035841\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-601851b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"601851b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Cheryl Emanuel, Nurse Practitioner (&#8220;we,&#8221; &#8220;us,&#8221; or &#8220;our&#8221;), respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website (the &#8220;Site&#8221;) or use our virtual consultation services (the &#8220;Services&#8221;). As a healthcare provider, we comply with HIPAA, HITECH, and applicable state privacy laws.<\/p><h2 id=\"1-information-we-collect\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">1. Information We Collect<\/h2><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">We collect two main types of information:<\/p><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Personal Information<\/strong>:<\/p><ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Contact details (name, email, phone, address).<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Payment information (processed via secure third-party gateways like Stripe; we do not store card details).<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Account credentials (if you create an account).<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Protected Health Information (PHI)<\/strong>:<\/p><ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Medical history, symptoms, medications, diagnoses, and consultation notes shared during virtual visits.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Audio\/video recordings (if applicable, with your consent).<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">This data is collected to provide telehealth services.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">We also collect automatically:<\/p><ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Device info, IP address, browser type, usage data (via cookies\/analytics).<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 id=\"2-how-we-use-your-information\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">2. How We Use Your Information<\/h2><ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Service Delivery<\/strong>: To schedule, conduct, and follow up on virtual consultations; issue prescriptions; and communicate care plans.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Payments and Billing<\/strong>: Process fees and generate invoices.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Improvements<\/strong>: Analyze usage to enhance the Site\/Services (anonymized where possible).<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Legal Compliance<\/strong>: Meet HIPAA reporting, audits, or legal requirements.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Marketing<\/strong>: With consent, send newsletters or service updates (opt-out anytime).<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">We do not sell your data.<\/p><h2 id=\"3-how-we-share-your-information\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">3. How We Share Your Information<\/h2><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">We share information only as necessary:<\/p><ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Service Providers<\/strong>: HIPAA-compliant vendors for telehealth (e.g., Doxy.me), payments (e.g., Stripe), hosting, and email (e.g., via Business Associate Agreements).<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Legal Requirements<\/strong>: With authorities for public health, court orders, or abuse prevention.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Business Transfers<\/strong>: In case of merger\/sale (with notice).<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>With Consent<\/strong>: For referrals or third-party services you authorize.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">No sharing with marketers or advertisers.<\/p><h2 id=\"4-hipaa-notice-of-privacy-practices\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">4. HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices<\/h2><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">As your healthcare provider:<\/p><ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Your Rights<\/strong>: Access, amend, or restrict PHI; request confidential communications; file complaints with us or HHS (healthit.gov).<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"><strong>Our Duties<\/strong>: Safeguard PHI; notify of breaches; limit uses to treatment\/payment\/operations.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Full HIPAA Notice available upon request or during your first consultation.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 id=\"5-data-security\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">5. Data Security<\/h2><ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">We use encryption (SSL\/TLS), access controls, secure servers, and regular audits.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">PHI is stored in HIPAA-compliant systems with backups.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">You are responsible for securing your devices and passwords.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 id=\"6-cookies-and-tracking\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">6. Cookies and Tracking<\/h2><ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">We use essential cookies for Site functionality and optional analytics (e.g., Google Analytics\u2014opt-out via browser settings).<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">No tracking for advertising.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 id=\"7-childrens-privacy\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">7. Children&#8217;s Privacy<\/h2><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Services are not for children under 13 (or 18 without guardian consent). We do not knowingly collect their data.<\/p><h2 id=\"8-international-users\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">8. International Users<\/h2><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Services are US-based; data may be stored in the US. Non-US users consent to US data laws.<\/p><h2 id=\"9-your-choices\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">9. Your Choices<\/h2><ul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Update preferences via account settings or email\u00a0<a class=\"reset interactable cursor-pointer decoration-1 underline-offset-1 text-super hover:underline font-semibold\" href=\"mailto:info@cheryl.telehealthpractices.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span class=\"text-box-trim-both\">info@cheryl.telehealthpractices.com<\/span><\/a>.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Opt-out of non-essential emails.<\/p><\/li><li class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:pt-0 [&amp;&gt;p]:mb-2 [&amp;&gt;p]:my-0\"><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Request deletion (subject to legal retention for PHI: typically 6+ years).<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 id=\"10-changes-to-this-policy\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">10. Changes to This Policy<\/h2><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">We may update this Policy. Changes will be posted here with the update date. Continued use constitutes acceptance.<\/p><h2 id=\"11-contact-us\" class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-sans font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+&amp;]:mt-4\">11. Contact Us<\/h2><p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\">Questions or complaints? Email\u00a0<a class=\"reset interactable cursor-pointer decoration-1 underline-offset-1 text-super hover:underline font-semibold\" href=\"mailto:info@cheryl.telehealthpractices.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span class=\"text-box-trim-both\">info@cheryl.telehealthpractices.com<\/span><\/a>\u00a0or mail: Cheryl Emanuel, APRN [Your Address]. 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