1. Overview

This Privacy Policy explains how Dr. Laura James, ND, FABNO, ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit this website.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect:

• Your name, email address, and phone number (if submitted via contact form or intake forms)
• Information about your browser, device, and pages visited (via cookies or analytics tools)
• If you intend to consult with Dr. Laura James, your health-related data is shared/submitted via secure forms (HIPAA-compliant, if applicable) and only if an established doctor-patient relationship is agreed to, are health records stored (per HIPPA).

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use information you share to:

• Respond to inquiries or appointment requests
• Send confirmations, reminders, or relevant updates (including newsletters)
• Improve website functionality
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your information:

• With staff or contractors bound by confidentiality
• With third-party tools (e.g., scheduling or Electronic Health Records platforms) that meet HIPAA standards
• When required by law (e.g., in response to a court order or public health requirement)

5. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data. Any personal health information submitted via online forms is protected in compliance with HIPAA and Washington State regulations.

6. Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use this website and its contents. You may disable cookies in your browser settings.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information
• Request corrections or deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent for data use at any time

8. Third-Party Websites

We are not responsible for the privacy policies of third-party websites we link to.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at: [email protected]