PRIVACY POLICIES
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BREATHER COACH MOBILE APP
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Privacy Policy For Children (Breather Coach)
Parents or children may set up accounts for their children or themselves in PN Medical’s Breather Coach mobile application they download from the app store. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect to set up those accounts, what information we collect from a child user of our Services while using the Breather Coach app and how we use and share that information. This Privacy Policy for Children applies only to accounts specifically set up for children under the age of 13 or any higher minimum age in the jurisdiction the parent resides in.
INFORMATION WE COLLECT FROM YOUR CHILD’S USE OF OUR SERVICES
When a person, including a child, is using the Breather Coach mobile application we may collect data related to the use of the device. This includes [name, date of birth, gender, height, weight, and optional – conditions they may have. Also, while using the mobile app, the user has the option to input their breathing session results stating they did the breathing routines and assessments. (optional and a manual process)]. When a child’s data is recorded in the mobile app, it is transferred to our Amazon secured servers.
HOW WE USE THE INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We use the information we collect to improve our services, authenticate users’ identities, to track activities and actual use of the Breather Coach app, to provide customer support as needed by the user. The data we collect is also used for internal purposes such as troubleshooting, protecting against errors, data analysis and testing, and promoting the safety and security of the data collection.
We use HIPAA standards by identifying a user by a number so as to protect their identity.
HOW YOUR CHILD’S INFORMATION IS SHARED
Information we collect may ONLY be shared outside of PN Medical in limited circumstances. We do not share personal information (such as names, pictures, emails or other information that could identify your child) with companies, organizations, and individuals outside of PN Medical unless one of the following applies:
STUDIES
PN Medical conducts research to help improve the state of respiratory health around the world. We work with leading medical, athletic organizations and consumer organizations to move respiratory health forward without the use of drugs. We conduct studies periodically each year and will look at population data that is de-identified to abide by HIPAA standards to protect the identity and privacy of all users of Breather Coach.
FOR EXTERNAL PROCESSING BY CONTRACTED THIRD PARTIES
Subject to appropriate confidentiality and security measures, we provide trusted businesses with whom we contract to process the information for us, based on our instructions and subject to appropriate confidentiality agreements.
OWNERSHIP CHANGES
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets by PN Medical, we will continue to take measures to protect the confidentiality of personal information and provide you notice before transferring any personal information to the acquiring or surviving entity.
FOR LEGAL REASONS
When required by law, regulation, court order, government request or legal process, or to assert legal rights or defend PN Medical against legal claims, or to prevent, detect, or investigate illegal activity, fraud, abuse, violations of our contractual terms, or threats to the security of our Services or the physical safety of any person, we may disclose the required information to the appropriate authority or entity.
HOW TO ACCESS AND DELETE YOUR CHILD’S ACCOUNT AND ALL THEIR DATA
As the parent or guardian of your child, you have control over your child’s account. If at any time you wish to stop further collection or use of your child’s information, you can delete your child’s account by contacting us at [email protected] or [email protected] or call 877-414-4449 or mail inquiry to PN Medical, Inc, 3571 S. Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
HOW TO CONTACT US
If you have questions, suggestions, or concerns about this policy, or about our use of your child’s information, send your inquiry to [email protected] or [email protected] or call 877-414-4449 or you may mail your inquiry to PN Medical, Inc, 3571 S. Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
Privacy Policy For Adults (Breather Coach)
You may set up an account on the Breather Coach mobile application you can download from the app store.
TYPE OF INFORMATION WE COLLECT
When a person is using the Breather Coach mobile application we may collect data related to the use of the device. This includes [name, date of birth, gender, height, weight, and optional – conditions they may have. Also, while using the mobile app, the user has the option to input their breathing session results stating they did the breathing routines and assessments. (optional and a manual process)]. When their data is recorded in the mobile app, it is transferred to our Amazon secured servers.
HOW WE USE THE INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We use the information we collect to improve our services, authenticate users’ identities, to track activities and actual use of the Breather Coach app, to provide customer support as needed by the user. The data we collect is also used for internal purposes such as troubleshooting, protecting against errors, data analysis and testing, and promoting the safety and security of the data collection.
We use HIPAA standards by identifying a user by a number so as to protect their identity.
HOW YOUR INFORMATION IS SHARED
Information we collect may ONLY be shared outside of PN Medical in limited circumstances. We do not share personal information (such as names, pictures, emails or other information that could identify a person) with companies, organizations, and individuals outside of PN Medical unless one of the following applies:
STUDIES
PN Medical conducts research to help improve the state of respiratory health around the world. We work with leading medical, athletic organizations and consumer organizations to move respiratory health forward without the use of drugs. We conduct studies periodically each year and will look at population data that is de-identified to abide by HIPAA standards to protect the identity and privacy of all users of Breather Coach.
FOR EXTERNAL PROCESSING BY CONTRACTED THIRD PARTIES
Subject to appropriate confidentiality and security measures, we provide trusted businesses with whom we contract to process the information for us, based on our instructions and subject to appropriate confidentiality agreements.
OWNERSHIP CHANGES
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets by PN Medical, we will continue to take measures to protect the confidentiality of personal information and provide you notice before transferring any personal information to the acquiring or surviving entity.
FOR LEGAL REASONS
When required by law, regulation, court order, government request or legal process, or to assert legal rights or defend PN Medical against legal claims, or to prevent, detect, or investigate illegal activity, fraud, abuse, violations of our contractual terms, or threats to the security of our Services or the physical safety of any person, we may disclose the required information to the appropriate authority or entity.
HOW TO ACCESS AND DELETE A USER ACCOUNT AND ALL DATA
If at any time a user wishes to stop further collection or use of their information, they can delete their account by contacting [email protected] or [email protected] or call 877-414-4449 or you may mail your inquiry to PN Medical, Inc, 3571 S. Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931.
HOW TO CONTACT US
If you have questions, suggestions, or concerns about this policy, or about our use of your information, send your inquiry to [email protected] or [email protected] or call 877-414-4449 or you may mail your inquiry to PN Medical, Inc, 3571 S. Atlantic Ave, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931.
PN MEDICAL WEBSITE PRIVACY
This privacy notice discloses the privacy practices for (PNMedical.com). This privacy notice applies solely to information collected by this website. It will notify you of the following:
- What personally identifiable information is collected from you through the website, how it is used and with whom it may be shared.
- What choices are available to you regarding the use of your data.
- The security procedures in place to protect the misuse of your information.
- How you can correct any inaccuracies in the information.
Information Collection, Use, and Sharing
We are the sole owners of the information collected on this site. We only have access to/collect information that you voluntarily give us via email or other direct contact from you. We will not sell or rent this information to anyone.
We will use your information to respond to you, regarding the reason you contacted us. We will not share your information with any third party outside of our organization, other than as necessary to fulfill your request, e.g. to ship an order.
Unless you ask us not to, we may contact you via email in the future to tell you about specials, new products or services, or changes to this privacy policy.
Your Access to and Control Over Information
You may opt out of any future contacts from us at any time. You can do the following at any time by contacting us via the email address or phone number given on our website:
- See what data we have about you, if any.
- Change/correct any data we have about you.
- Have us delete any data we have about you.
- Express any concern you have about our use of your data.
Security
We take precautions to protect your information. When you submit sensitive information via the website, your information is protected both online and offline.
Wherever we collect sensitive information (such as credit card data), that information is encrypted and transmitted to us in a secure way. You can verify this by looking for a lock icon in the address bar and looking for “https” at the beginning of the address of the Web page.
While we use encryption to protect sensitive information transmitted online, we also protect your information offline. Only employees who need the information to perform a specific job (for example, billing or customer service) are granted access to personally identifiable information.
The computers/servers in which we store personally identifiable information are kept in a secure environment.
If you feel that we are not abiding by this privacy policy, you should contact us immediately via email at [email protected] or via telephone at 877-414-4449.
Orders
We request information from you on our order form. To buy from us, you must provide contact information (like name and shipping address) and financial information (like credit card number, expiration date). This information is used for billing purposes and to fill your orders. If we have trouble processing an order, we’ll use this information to contact you.
Cookies
We use “cookies” on this site. A cookie is a piece of data stored on a site visitor’s hard drive to help us improve your access to our site and identify repeat visitors to our site. For instance, when we use a cookie to identify you, you would not have to log in a password more than once, thereby saving time while on our site. Cookies can also enable us to track and target the interests of our users to enhance the experience on our site. Usage of a cookie is in no way linked to any personally identifiable information on our site.
Some of our business partners may use cookies on our site (for example, advertisers). However, we have no access to or control over these cookies.
Sharing
We share aggregated demographic information with our partners. This is not linked to any personal information that can identify any individual person.
We use an outside shipping company to ship orders, and a credit card processing company to bill users for goods and services. These companies do not retain, share, store or use personally identifiable information for any secondary purposes beyond filling your order.
We partner with another party to provide specific services. When the user signs up for these services, we will share names, or other contact information that is necessary for the third party to provide these services. These parties are not allowed to use personally identifiable information except for the purpose of providing these services.
Links
This website contains links to other sites. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such other sites. We encourage our users to be aware when they leave our site and to read the privacy statements of any other site that collects personally identifiable information.
Surveys & Contests
From time-to-time our site requests information via surveys or contests. Participation in these surveys or contests is completely voluntary and you may choose whether or not to participate and therefore disclose this information. Information requested may include contact information (such as name and shipping address), and demographic information (such as zip code, age level). Contact information will be used to notify the winners and award prizes. Survey information will be used for purposes of monitoring or improving the use and satisfaction of this site.
PN Medical HIPAA Policy
This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request confidential communication
- Ask us to limit the information we share
- Get a list of those with whom we’ve shared your information
- Get a copy of this privacy notice
- Choose someone to act for you
- File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated
Your Choices
You have some choices in the way that we use and share information as we:
- Tell family friends about & your healthcare providers about your condition and treatment
- Market our services and sell de-identified population data
- Raise funds
Our Uses and Disclosures
We may use and share your information as we:
- Help you via support and care with our products and services
- Run our organization
- Do research
- Comply with the law
- Address workers’ compensation, law enforcement, and other government requests
- Respond to lawsuits and legal actions
Your Rights
When it comes to your information, you have certain rights. This section explains your rights and some of our responsibilities to help you.
Ask us to correct your information
- You can ask us to correct information about you that you think is incorrect or incomplete.
- We may say “no” to your request, but we’ll tell you why in writing within 60 days.
Request confidential communications
- You can ask us to contact you in a specific way (for example, home or office phone)
or to send mail to a different address. - We will say “yes” to all reasonable requests.
Get a copy of this privacy notice
- You can ask for a paper copy of this notice at any time, even if you have agreed to receive the notice electronically. We will provide you with a paper copy promptly.
Choose someone to act for you
- If you have given someone power of attorney or if someone is your legal guardian, that person can exercise your rights and make choices about your information.
- We will make sure the person has this authority and can act for you before we take any action.
File a complaint if you feel your rights are violated
- You can complain if you feel we have violated your rights by contacting us.
- You can file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights by sending a letter to 200 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington. D.C. 20201, calling 1-877-696-6775, or visiting www.hhs.gov/ocr/ privacy/hipaa/complaints/.
- We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.
Your Choices
For certain information, you can tell us your choices about what we share. If you have a clear preference for how we share your information in the situations described below, talk to us. Tell us what you want us to do, and we will follow your instructions.
In these cases, you have both the right and choice to tell us to:
- Share information with your family, close friends, or others involved in your care
If you are not able to tell us your preference, for example if you are unconscious, we may go ahead and share your information if we believe it is in your best interest. We may also share your information when needed to lessen a serious and imminent threat to health or safety.
In these cases we never share your information unless you give us written permission:
- Marketing purposes
- Sale of your information
- Most sharing of psychotherapy notes
In the case of fundraising:
- We may contact you for fundraising efforts, but you can tell us not to contact you again.
Our Uses and Disclosures
How do we typically use or share your information? We typically use or share your information in the following ways.
Support You
- We can use your health information and share it with other professionals who are treating you.
Example: A doctor treating you for an injury asks another doctor about your overall health condition.
Run our organization
- We can use and share your information to run our company, improve your care, and contact you when necessary.
Example: We use health information about you to manage your treatment and services
Bill for your services
- We can use and share your information to bill and get payment from health plans or other entities.
Example: We give information about you to your health insurance plan so it will pay for your services.
How else can we use or share your information? We are allowed or required to share your information in other ways – usually in ways that contribute to the public good, such as public health and research or for clinical studies and research we do. We have to meet many conditions in the law before we can share your information for these purposes. For more information see: www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/understanding/consumers/index.html.
Help with public health and safety issues
- We can share health information about you for certain situations such as:
- Preventing disease
- Helping with product recalls
- Reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or domestic violence
- Preventing or reducing a serious threat to anyone’s health or safety
Do research
- We can use or share your de-identified information for research and development, artificial intelligence, and population health.
Comply with the law
- We will share information about you if state or federal laws require it, including with the Department of Health and Human Services if it wants to see that we’re complying with federal privacy law.
Address workers’ compensation, law enforcement, and other government requests
- We can use or share health information about you:
- For workers’ compensation claims
- For law enforcement purposes or with a law enforcement official
- With health oversight agencies for activities authorized by law
- For special government functions such as military, national security, and presidential protective services
Respond to lawsuits and legal actions
- We can share health information about you in response to a court or administrative order, or in response to a subpoena.
Account Deletion
If you wish to delete your Breather Coach account, you may do so by completing the following steps below within the app. Please note that your user data will be permanently deleted once this is completed.
Open the Breather Coach app
Click the Profile tab at the bottom of your screen
Click MY SETTINGS
Click ACCOUNT SETTINGS
Click DELETE ACCOUNT
Add comment if desired and Click DELETE
Our Responsibilities
- We are required by law to maintain the privacy and security of your protected information.
- We will let you know promptly if a breach occurs that may have compromised the privacy or security of your information.
- We must follow the duties and privacy practices described in this notice and give you a copy of it.
- We will not use or share your information other than as described here unless you tell us we can. If you tell us we can, you may change your mind at any time. Let us know in writing if you change your mind.
For more information see: www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/hipaa/understanding/consumers/noticepp.html.
Changes to the Terms of this Notice
We can change the terms of this notice, and the changes will apply to all information we have about you.
The new notice will be available upon request, in our office, and on our website.
The effective date of this notice is July 3, 2020
This Notice of Privacy Practices applies to the following organizations.
PN Medical, Inc
3571 S. Atlantic Avenue
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
www.pnmedical.com
Susan Carbone
[email protected] or 877-414-4449