HIPAA-Compliant Data Protection for Addiction Recovery Vero Beach Recovery Center – DCF-Licensed & CARF-Accredited

At Vero Beach Recovery Center, we prioritize your privacy. This privacy policy Florida healthcare document explains how we handle personal data for Substance Abuse and Co-occurring Mental Health Disorders (Dual Diagnosis) treatment. As a DCF-licensed and CARF-accredited facility, we follow HIPAA, CCPA, and GDPR standards. We collect only what’s needed for ethical care. We never sell your information.

Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Effective: March 15, 2026

Questions? Call or Text us at (772) 584-3083. We respond fast and keep everything confidential.

Who We Are and What We Do

We provide evidence-based addiction recovery in Florida. Our services include day and evening IOP groups. We treat dual diagnosis conditions like anxiety, PTSD, and substance use. This policy covers our website, contact forms, and treatment intake. It applies to all visitors, clients, and families.

What Personal Data We Collect and Why

We gather minimal data for treatment and compliance. Here’s what we collect:

• Contact Info: Name, phone, email from forms or calls. Why? To schedule assessments and verify insurance.
• Health Data: Symptoms, history, diagnoses (HIPAA-protected). Why? For personalized Dual Diagnosis plans.
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, visit times. Why? For site security and spam prevention.
• Comments/Media: If you comment or upload files. Why? To engage with our recovery resources.

We avoid unnecessary data. For example, we don’t track location unless you share it for services.

How We Use Cookies and Embedded Content

Cookies help us serve you better. We use:

• Essential Cookies: For login and session management (expire in 1–2 days).
• Analytics Cookies: To improve site usability (anonymous, opt-out available).
• No third-party ads or trackers.

Embedded videos or links (e.g., SAMHSA resources) may set their own cookies. We can’t control them. Review those sites’ policies.

SMS Terms of Service

By opting in to SMS from our website form, phone contact, or other means, you agree to receive text messages from Vero Beach Recovery Center.

Expected Message Types You may receive: appointment reminders, treatment updates, account notifications, follow-up care info, recovery resources, or responses to inquiries.

Messaging Frequency Frequency varies based on your interactions and needs.

Message and Data Rates Standard message and data rates may apply per your mobile plan.

Opt-Out Reply STOP to any message to unsubscribe at any time.

Help Text HELP for assistance or visit https://verobeachrecoverycenter.com/.

Additional Info See our Privacy Policy at https://verobeachrecoverycenter.com/privacy-policy/.

Who We Share Your Data With

We share only when required or beneficial:

• Treatment Partners: Vetted inpatient detox facilities (e.g., for referrals).
• Insurers: Aetna, Cigna, TriCare, VA CCN for coverage verification.
• Legal/Compliance: DCF, HIPAA auditors if subpoenaed.
• No Sales: We never sell or rent data.

All shares follow HIPAA Business Associate Agreements.

How Long We Keep Your Data

• Active Clients: Treatment records for 7 years post-discharge (HIPAA rule).
• Website Visitors: Form data for 1 year, then anonymized.
• Comments: Indefinitely, but you can request deletion.

We securely delete or anonymize data when no longer needed.

Your Rights Over Your Data

Under CCPA, GDPR, and HIPAA, you have rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your data anytime.
• Correction: Update inaccurate info.
• Deletion: Ask us to erase non-essential data (HIPAA limits health records).
• Opt-Out: No marketing emails – unsubscribe easily.
• Portability: Get your data in a usable format.

Email help@verobeachrecoverycenter.com or call (772) 584-3083 to exercise rights. We respond in 30 days.

Security and Children’s Privacy

We use encryption, firewalls, and access controls for data security. No one under 18 can submit health info without guardian consent. We comply with COPPA.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We update this policy as needed. Check back annually. Major changes get emailed to subscribers. Continued use means acceptance.

Contact Us for Privacy Questions

Call or Text: (772) 584-3083 Email: help@verobeachrecoverycenter.com Address: Vero Beach Recovery Center, 333 17th St., Ste. M, Vero Beach, FL 32960

→ Contact Form: https://verobeachrecoverycenter.com/contact/

Trusted Resources → HIPAA Overview: https://www.hhs.gov/hipaa/index.html → CCPA Guide: https://oag.ca.gov/privacy/ccpa

We’re committed to your privacy in addiction recovery Florida. Call or Text (772) 584-3083 – your security matters.