Privacy Policy

Michelle Smith PT, LLC

Effective Date: January 19, 2026

Michelle Smith PT, LLC (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information obtained through this website.

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

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

Name

Email address

Phone number

Appointment or inquiry information

Information submitted through contact forms

Health Information

This website does not collect protected health information (PHI) for diagnosis or treatment purposes. Health information is collected only through secure intake processes, separate from this website, and handled in accordance with applicable healthcare laws.

Information About Minors

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 through this website. Any pediatric services are arranged and authorized by a parent or legal guardian through formal intake and consent processes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information you provide to:

Respond to inquiries or requests

Schedule or manage appointments

Communicate about services

Improve website functionality and content

Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. Cookies and Website Analytics

This website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic.

Cookies help us understand how visitors use the site but do not identify individuals personally. You may disable cookies through your browser settings if desired.

4. Disclosure of Information

We may disclose personal information only when:

Required by law

Necessary to protect our legal rights

Required to respond to lawful requests from authorities

We do not share personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. HIPAA Notice

Healthcare services provided by Michelle Smith PT, LLC are subject to applicable healthcare privacy laws, including HIPAA.

Any protected health information collected outside of this website (such as intake forms, evaluations, or treatment records) is governed by a separate Notice of Privacy Practices, which is provided to patients during intake.

7. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of those sites.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.

8. Your Rights

You may:

Request access to personal information you have provided through this website

Request correction of inaccurate information

Request that we delete personal information collected through the website, subject to legal obligations

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.