PRIVACY POLICY
A LEGAL DISCLAIMER
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PRIVACY POLICY - THE BASICS
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
La Palma Acupuncture respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information you provide through our website, online scheduling, text messaging, and acupuncture services in accordance with applicable California privacy laws.
We may collect personal information including your name, phone number, email address, mailing address, date of birth, insurance information, appointment details, and health-related information you voluntarily provide through intake forms, appointment requests, or communications with our clinic. We may also collect limited website usage information such as IP address, browser type, device information, and website activity through cookies or analytics tools.
We use your information to schedule appointments, provide acupuncture and wellness services, communicate with you regarding your care, process payments, improve our website and services, and comply with legal obligations. We do not sell your personal information.
By providing your mobile phone number and opting into SMS communications, you consent to receive text messages from La Palma Acupuncture, including appointment reminders, scheduling updates, and clinic notifications. Your personal information will not be shared with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes. Message frequency may vary. You may reply STOP at any time to opt out of future messages or HELP for additional information. Message and data rates may apply. Consent to receive text messages is not required as a condition of receiving treatment or services.
We may share information with trusted service providers that assist with scheduling, payment processing, electronic medical records, website hosting, or text message delivery, but only as necessary for business operations and patient care. We may also disclose information when required by law or to protect our legal rights.
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no electronic transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. If applicable, your protected health information may also be subject to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
California residents may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of certain personal information. To make a privacy-related request, please contact us using the information below.
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:
Lalita Kirkman LAc.
La Palma Acupuncture
831-204-1691
La Palma Acupuncture Inc.
1780 Fremont Blvd. Suite A, Seaside, Ca 93955