Big Sky Foot & Ankle Institute ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of our patients and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit bigskyfootandankle.com or interact with our practice.

Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the website.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Submit an appointment request or contact form
  • Submit a careers application
  • Contact us by phone or email

This may include your name, email address, phone number, and the details of your inquiry.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including your IP address, browser type and version, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. This information is used to improve the website and is not linked to personally identifiable information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use information collected from you to:

  • Respond to appointment requests and general inquiries
  • Communicate with you about your care
  • Process career applications
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

3. HIPAA Notice

As a healthcare provider, Big Sky Foot & Ankle Institute is subject to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Your protected health information (PHI) is governed by our Notice of Privacy Practices, which is provided to you at the time of your first appointment and is available at our front desk.

This website's Privacy Policy covers information collected through the website only and does not replace or limit the protections afforded by HIPAA.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:

  • Service providers who assist us in operating our website or conducting our practice (subject to confidentiality agreements)
  • Law enforcement or government entities when required by law
  • Other parties with your consent

5. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. Some features of the website may not function properly without cookies.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including our patient portal and payment systems. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their policies independently.

7. Data Security

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the information we collect. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage system is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Big Sky Foot & Ankle Institute
2865 Harrison Ave
Butte, MT 59701
Phone: (406) 782-2278
Email: info@bigskyfootandankle.com