Ad Astra Human Performance Acupuncture Effective Date: April 21, 2026
Your Privacy Matters
At Ad Astra Human Performance Acupuncture, we take the trust you place in us seriously — both in the treatment room and online. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through adastrahpa.com, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.
By using our website or services, you agree to the practices described here.
What Information We Collect
Personal & Contact Information When you book an appointment, join our email list, or reach out to us, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
Health Information As a healthcare provider, we collect health history and intake information necessary to provide safe, effective acupuncture care. This information is handled with the highest level of confidentiality in accordance with applicable law.
Payment Information When you purchase services, payment details are processed through a secure third-party payment processor. We do not store your full credit card information on our servers.
Scheduling Information If you book an appointment online, our scheduling platform collects the date, time, and service details of your visit.
Website Usage Data Like most websites, adastrahpa.com automatically collects certain technical information when you visit, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site. We use cookies and similar technologies to improve site performance and understand how visitors engage with our content.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and coordinate your acupuncture care
- Process payments and confirm appointments
- Send appointment reminders and follow-up communications
- Deliver newsletters, wellness content, and updates you’ve opted into
- Improve our website and understand our audience
- Comply with legal and professional healthcare obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
Email Communications
If you join our email list, you’ll receive wellness content, research updates, and news about Ad Astra HPA. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us directly. We use a third-party email platform (such as Kit/ConvertKit) to manage our list; their privacy practices apply to data stored on their servers.
Health Information & HIPAA
Health information collected in connection with your care is protected under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). A separate Notice of Privacy Practices governing your protected health information (PHI) is provided at the time of your first appointment. This website Privacy Policy covers general data collected through the site and is separate from your HIPAA rights as a patient.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and gather analytics. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though some features of the site may not function properly as a result. By continuing to use adastrahpa.com, you consent to our use of cookies.
Third-Party Services
We work with trusted third-party providers to operate our website and services, including payment processors, scheduling platforms, and email marketing tools. These partners have their own privacy policies and are responsible for their own data practices. We encourage you to review their policies as applicable.
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and administrative safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. No method of electronic transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security — but protecting your information is a responsibility we take seriously.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request corrections to inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data, where legally permissible
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at the information below.
Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we’ll revise the effective date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
Questions about this policy or your data? We’re happy to help.
Ad Astra Human Performance Acupuncture Dr. Chyrie Ramirez, D.A.C.M., L.Ac. Valley Center, San Diego County, CA
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