Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 29, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Steindler Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website or use our services.

By accessing our website or providing your information, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use our website or contact us:

Personal Information:

• Name, phone number, email address, and mailing address
• Insurance and billing details (if provided for inquiries)
• Medical history or appointment details (if submitted through contact forms)

Non-Personal Information:

• IP addresses, browser type, and device information
• Cookies and usage data to improve website functionality
• Analytics related to user interactions on our website

We collect this information to provide high-quality patient care, manage inquiries, and improve our services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your personal and non-personal information for the following purposes:

• Appointment Scheduling & Patient Inquiries: To respond to your requests and coordinate care.
• Billing & Insurance Processing: To verify coverage and facilitate payments.
• Patient Communication: To send appointment reminders, post-surgical instructions, or important updates.
• Website Improvement: To enhance user experience and website performance.
• Compliance & Security: To comply with legal requirements, such as HIPAA regulations.

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information for marketing purposes.

4. How We Protect Your Information

We implement appropriate security measures to safeguard your personal data, including:

• Encryption of sensitive information
• Secure servers to store data
• Access controls to restrict unauthorized access
• HIPAA-compliant data handling procedures

While we take every precaution to protect your data, no online transmission is 100% secure. We encourage patients to avoid sharing sensitive medical details via email and to contact us directly for urgent matters.

5. Sharing of Information

We may share your information in the following cases:

• With Healthcare Providers: When coordinating your treatment and care.
• With Insurance Companies: For billing and claims processing.
• With Legal Authorities: If required by law, such as in response to a court order or legal investigation.

We do not share your information with third-party advertisers or external marketers.

6. Your Rights & Choices

You have the right to:

Access & Review Your Information – Request a copy of the personal data we hold.
Update or Correct Information – Modify any inaccurate or outdated details.
Request Data Deletion – Ask us to delete your data, subject to legal obligations.
Opt-Out of Communications – Unsubscribe from non-essential notifications.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@steindlerasc.com or call our office at (123) 456-7890.

7. Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us:

• Analyze website traffic
• Remember user preferences
• Optimize site performance

You can adjust your browser settings to disable cookies, but this may affect your user experience.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., insurance providers, medical resources). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites and encourage users to review their policies before submitting any personal data.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in regulations, technology, or our services. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:

Steindler Ambulatory Surgery Center
2301 Steindler Way, Suite A, North Liberty, IA 52317
info@steindlerasc.com
(319) 259-8400

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a secure, patient-centered experience.