terms and privacy

Last updated: March 19, 2026

Terms and Conditions

1. Eligibility & Accounts

  • Age Requirement: You must be at least 18 years old to use this service.

  • Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

2. Medical Disclaimer & Professional Relationship

  • Informational Purposes Only: Content on this website is for general information and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

  • No Provider-Patient Relationship: Accessing this site does not establish a formal relationship. A professional relationship is only formed after an in-person consultation and the signing of a formal Informed Consent to Treat.

  • Texas Licensure: All services are provided by practitioners licensed by the Texas State Board of Acupuncture Examiners.

3. Intellectual Property

All original materials, including logos, text, and design, are the exclusive property of Renew Acupuncture. Unauthorized use or reproduction without written consent is strictly prohibited.

4. Third-Party Links

We may link to external sites (such as booking or payment platforms). We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of these third-party providers.

5. Governing Law & Complaints

  • Jurisdiction: These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas.

  • Regulatory Compliance: This site adheres to mandatory Texas disclosure requirements for acupuncture practices.

6. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding these Terms, please reach out to us:

  • Email: info@renewwithacupuncture.com

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Privacy Policy

Renew Acupuncture ("us", "we", or "our") operates the renewwithacupuncture.com website (the "Service"). This policy explains how we handle your personal and health data under Texas and federal law.

Quick Privacy Facts

  • No Data Sales: We never sell your personal or health data.

  • No Marketing: We do not use your info for marketing without written consent.

  • US-Based: All health records are stored on secure servers within the United States.

  • GPC Honored: We automatically honor "Global Privacy Control" signals from your browser.

1. Information Collection & Use

We collect information to provide high-quality care and improve our Service:

  • Personal Data: Includes your name, email, phone number, and address.

  • Sensitive Health Data: In accordance with the Texas Medical Records Privacy Act, we only collect health-related data with your explicit opt-in consent.

  • Usage Tracking: We use Google Analytics to monitor website traffic. Google may use this data to contextualize and personalize ads within its own network.

2. Texas Data Retention & Storage

In compliance with 22 Texas Administrative Code §183.10, we follow strict storage protocols:

  • Adult Records: Maintained for at least five (5) years from your last treatment.

  • Minor Records: Retained until the patient turns 21, or for five years after the last treatment (whichever is longer).

  • Location: All Electronic Health Records (EHR) are stored securely within the United States.

3. Disclosure of Data

We may disclose your data under the following circumstances:

  • Legal Obligations: To comply with state or federal law.

  • Treatment & Operations: To facilitate care or payment (PHI may be shared electronically for these purposes).

  • Other Disclosures: Any other electronic disclosure of your health information requires your specific, signed authorization.

4. HIPAA & Medical Disclaimer

This policy supplements our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP). If there is any conflict regarding your Protected Health Information (PHI), the HIPAA NPP takes precedence.

5. Contact Us

For questions regarding your privacy or data, please contact:

  • Email: info@renewwithacupuncture.com