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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 14, 2026

Introduction

Coastal Pediatric Care (“Coastal Pediatric Care,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our patients, families, and website visitors.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website, use our online services, contact our offices, or otherwise interact with us.

By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Parent or guardian name
  • Patient name
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Mailing address
  • Insurance information
  • Appointment requests
  • Information submitted through contact forms
  • Communications with our office

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Operating system
  • Website usage information
  • Referring URLs
  • Date and time of visits

Cookies and Similar Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality
  • Remember user preferences
  • Analyze website traffic
  • Enhance the user experience

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function properly.

How We Use Information

We may use information we collect to:

  • Schedule and manage appointments
  • Respond to inquiries and requests
  • Provide healthcare-related services
  • Improve our website and patient experience
  • Communicate important updates
  • Verify insurance information
  • Maintain patient records
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
  • Protect the security of our website and systems

Healthcare Information and HIPAA

As a healthcare provider, Coastal Pediatric Care complies with applicable federal and state privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”).

Protected Health Information (“PHI”) collected in connection with medical care is governed by our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which explains how medical information may be used and disclosed and how patients may access their health information.

This website Privacy Policy supplements, but does not replace, our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.

Patient Portal

If you access our patient portal, additional information may be collected and processed by the portal provider.

Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their portal credentials and for notifying us promptly of any unauthorized access to their accounts.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information with:

Healthcare Providers

To coordinate patient care and treatment.

Service Providers

Third-party vendors that assist with:

  • Website hosting
  • Patient portal services
  • Billing and payment processing
  • Technology support
  • Appointment management
  • Analytics services

These providers are required to protect information and use it only for authorized purposes.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or when necessary to:

  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Respond to court orders or government requests
  • Protect patient safety
  • Prevent fraud or misuse
  • Protect our rights and property

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

While we strive to protect information, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

Data Retention

We retain information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide healthcare services
  • Meet legal and regulatory requirements
  • Maintain medical records
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce our policies

Medical records may be retained for periods required under applicable healthcare regulations.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for pediatric patients. Information about children is collected only through parents, legal guardians, authorized caregivers, or as otherwise permitted by law in connection with healthcare services.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through our website without appropriate parental or guardian involvement.

Third-Party Services and Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including patient portals, insurance resources, or healthcare-related services.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your state of residence and applicable law, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

  • Access to personal information
  • Correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion where permitted by law
  • Request information about data use and disclosure

Certain rights may be limited where information must be retained to comply with healthcare or legal requirements.

California Privacy Rights

California residents may have additional rights under applicable California privacy laws, including rights related to access, correction, and deletion of personal information.

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

Coastal Pediatric Care

Phone: (727) 525-2161
Website: https://coastalpedscare.com

St. Petersburg Office
5601 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St. N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33703

Bardmoor Office
8787 Bryan Dairy Rd.,
Suite 350 Seminole, FL 33777

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact our office.