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Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 2026

Information protected by HIPAA is governed by our practice's HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, available upon request at either of our locations. This policy covers non-HIPAA-protected information collected through this website.

By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Information you voluntarily provide

We may collect personal information when you interact with our website or services, such as when you:

• Request an appointment or fill out a contact form
• Sign up for our newsletter or promotional communications
• Contact us by phone, email, or through the website
• Complete intake or patient forms

This may include your name, phone number, email address, mailing address, and any details you choose to share about your hearing health needs.

Information collected automatically

As with most websites, we automatically gather certain technical information when you visit our site, including IP address, browser type, internet service provider, referring and exit pages, operating system, date and time stamps, and clickstream data. We use this information to analyze trends, administer the website, and improve our content and services.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to operate our practice and website and to respond to your requests. Specifically, we may use your personal information to:

• Respond to appointment requests and inquiries
• Send appointment reminders and service updates
• Administer promotions, surveys, or site features
• Improve the content, accessibility, and performance of our website
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
• Protect the safety and security of our website, patients, and practice

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share it with:

• Service providers who help us operate our website, scheduling, and communications (bound by confidentiality obligations)
• Government authorities or law enforcement when required by law or necessary to protect our rights or the safety of others
• A successor entity in connection with a sale, merger, or transfer of our practice

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have the right to:

• Know what personal information we have collected about you
• Request deletion of personal information we have collected, subject to certain legal exceptions
• Correct inaccurate personal information
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below. We may need to verify your identity before processing a request. You, or someone legally authorized to act on your behalf, may submit a request.

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the personal information we collect. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand where our visitors come from. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, though some parts of the site may not function properly as a result.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, contact us:

Coastal Hearing Care
Cortez Road: 3651 Cortez Road W, Suite 300, Bradenton, FL 34210 — (941) 344-2761
Lakewood Ranch: 5860 Ranch Lake Blvd, Suite 110, Bradenton, FL 34202 — (941) 344-3575
Email: info@coastalhearingcare.com