Effective Date: July 1, 2025
By opting in to receive SMS text messages from Preface Health Inc., you agree to the following terms:
1. Consent to Receive Text Messages
By providing your phone number and opting in, you expressly consent to receive SMS messages from Preface Health Inc., including:
Appointment reminders and confirmations
Pre-visit or post-visit clinical questions
Instructions related to your care
Administrative notices and updates
Follow-up reminders or referral instructions
Message frequency varies by patient interaction. Standard message and data rates may apply.
2. No Guarantee of Delivery
While we strive for timely delivery, message delivery is not guaranteed. You are responsible for ensuring your phone number is current and capable of receiving SMS messages.
3. Opting Out
You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any text message received from us. You may also contact us at [support@prefacehealth.com] or [clinic phone number] to be removed from SMS communications.
4. Support/Help
For help or information about our messaging services, reply HELP to any of our messages or email us at [support@prefacehealth.com].
5. Eligibility
You must be at least 18 years old or have the consent of a parent or guardian to participate in SMS communications.
6. Security
Messages may contain protected health information (PHI). By opting in, you acknowledge the risks of SMS communication, including potential unauthorized access, and consent to receive such information via text.
Privacy Policy for SMS Text Message Communications
Effective Date: July 1, 2025
1. What Information We Collect
When you opt in to SMS communications, we may collect:
Your name
Mobile phone number
Appointment and visit details
Clinical intake information (if applicable)
Any communication you provide via SMS
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information solely for:
Delivering care-related and operational SMS messages
Enhancing your care experience
Internal quality and compliance monitoring
3. Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or share your information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information:
With our clinical staff or affiliates involved in your care
With technology providers who assist in delivering messages (under HIPAA-compliant agreements)
When required by law
4. Data Retention
We retain SMS communication logs as required by healthcare regulatory standards and delete or de-identify them when no longer needed.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access, correct, or delete your information
Withdraw SMS consent at any time
File a complaint regarding privacy practices with us or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
6. Security Measures
We use industry-standard safeguards to protect your data. However, SMS is not a fully secure communication method. Please do not share highly sensitive information via text.