Privacy Policy

Barnett Allergy & Asthma Center (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information obtained through our website and in the course of providing medical care.

This policy applies to information collected through our website and digital communications. It does not replace our formal Notice of Privacy Practices, which governs how we use and disclose Protected Health Information (PHI) under HIPAA.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect personal information when you:

• Complete a contact form

• Request an appointment

• Send us an email

• Call our office

• Access the patient portal

• Subscribe to updates (if applicable)

This information may include:

• Name

• Phone number

• Email address

• Mailing address

• Insurance information

• Medical-related inquiries submitted through forms

Please note: Information submitted through website contact forms is not intended for urgent or emergency medical concerns.

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain non-personal information may be collected automatically, including:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device type

• Pages visited

• Time spent on pages

• Referring website

This data helps us understand website usage and improve functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use collected information to:

• Respond to inquiries

• Schedule appointments

• Provide requested services

• Improve website performance

• Communicate important practice updates

• Maintain security and prevent misuse

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. Protected Health Information (HIPAA)

As a healthcare provider, Barnett Allergy & Asthma Center complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Any Protected Health Information (PHI) collected during the course of medical care is governed by our Notice of Privacy Practices, which explains:

• How we use and disclose medical information

• Your rights regarding your health information

• How to file a privacy complaint

A copy of our Notice of Privacy Practices is available in our office and upon request.

4. Patient Portal

We may provide access to a secure patient portal for:

• Viewing test results

• Messaging providers

• Managing appointments

• Accessing medical records

Portal access requires secure login credentials. Patients are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login information.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

• Improve site functionality

• Analyze website traffic

• Enhance user experience

You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies. However, doing so may affect certain website features.

We do not use invasive tracking, behavioral advertising, or sell browsing data.

6. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including:

• Insurance providers

• Educational resources

• Social media platforms

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites. We encourage you to review their policies before providing personal information.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information.

While no method of internet transmission is 100% secure, we take appropriate steps to protect personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our practice treats children and families. However, our website is not directed toward children under 13 without parental involvement.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through the website without parental consent.

9. Texas Residents

Barnett Allergy & Asthma Center operates in Texas and complies with applicable state and federal privacy regulations.

If you are a Texas resident and have questions about your personal data, please contact our office directly.

10. Your Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:

• Request access to personal information we hold

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of certain non-medical data

• Opt out of certain communications

For medical record requests, please contact our office directly.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:

Barnett Allergy & Asthma Center
3121 Cross Timbers Road, Suite 100
Flower Mound, TX 75028
Phone: 940-504-4447
Email: barnettallergytx@gmail.com