Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information (PHI) when you visit or interact with our website at Jennifer Tai Acupuncture (hereinafter “Site”) which is owned and operated by Jennifer Tai Acupuncture. By using our Site, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

At Jennifer Tai Acupuncture, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your health information. This notice outlines how we may use and disclose your Protected Health Information (PHI) for treatment, payment, healthcare operations, and other purposes permitted by law. It also explains your rights regarding your information.

*DISCLAIMER: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. Any programs and products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The information contained herein is for informational purposes. Please be sure to consult your doctor before engaging in this or any other product/program/treatment. Consult your doctor for any health problems or before starting a new treatment, product, or program.  The content on this Site is not to be considered medical advice for any reason, and nothing herein is intended to provide or act as a substitute for physical or mental health treatment. Reading information on the Site does not create a medical or acupuncturist-patient relationship. The information contained on Site or via email is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice, nor is anything contained herein designed to provide you with a medical diagnosis, treatment, or other medical services. By visiting this Site, you understand and agree it is not providing medical or other health-based advice, nor is it attempting to diagnose or treat any medical conditions.

Please consult your physician or relevant health professional prior to implementing any suggestions found on Website, or before scheduling an appointment. We encourage you to use common sense in determining whether any such content is right for you, and trust that you will discuss with a personal medical professional prior to following any such information. Nothing contained on Website is intended to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent any medical condition or disease, nor is it to be considered medical advice in any capacity.

Collection of your Personal Information
In order to better provide you with services and products offered on our Site, Jennifer Tai Acupuncture may collect personally identifiable information, such as your:
 – First and Last Name
 – Billing and Mailing Address
 – E-mail Address
 – Phone Number
– Payment information (note: this is processed securely through third-party processors; we do not store full payment details)
– Any information submitted through forms, surveys, or account registration

Legal Obligations

We are required by law to:

• Maintain the privacy of your PHI

• Provide this notice and follow its terms

• Notify you of any significant changes or data breaches

We may disclose information if required to:

• Comply with applicable laws or legal processes

• Respond to lawful requests by public authorities

• Protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or business

How We Use and Disclose PHI

Treatment: To provide and coordinate your care.
Payment: To bill and collect payment for services.
Healthcare Operations: For quality improvement, staff training, and clinic management.

Other Permitted Disclosures

We may disclose PHI without your written authorization when required by law, such as for:

• Public health reporting and oversight

• Judicial, administrative, or law enforcement purposes

• Preventing serious health or safety threats

Service Providers

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who assist with:

• Payment processing

• Order fulfillment and shipping

• Email or SMS delivery

• Website hosting and analytics

• Customer support tools

These providers are only permitted to use your information as necessary to perform their services.

Uses Requiring Authorization

Written authorization is required for most other uses, including releasing psychotherapy notes, marketing, or sale of PHI. You may revoke authorization in writing at any time.

Electronic Communication & Telehealth

If you choose to communicate via email, forms, or video visits, you accept that such methods may have limited security despite our reasonable safeguards.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and request copies of your records

• Request corrections or restrictions

• Request confidential communications or an accounting of certain disclosures

• Receive a paper copy of this notice

Record Retention

We retain health records for at least seven (7) years per California law.

Changes to This Notice

We may revise this Notice at any time. The current version will always be available in our clinic and online.

Questions or Complaints

If you have questions or believe your privacy rights have been violated, contact:

Jennifer Tai, LAc.
Email: jennifertaiacu@gmail.com

543 Encinitas Blvd. #107
Encinitas, CA 92024

You may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. You will not be penalized for filing a complaint.

Effective as of: August 8, 2025