Last Updated: October 8, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to Atmos at Home, our Medical Device Monitoring Application. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application designed to monitor thoracic drainage devices at home after your hospital visit.
By using this application, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our application.
Information We Collect
Patient Information
- Unique Patient ID (no personally identifiable information)
- Device images (front screen and back canister photos)
- Medical device readings and data captured in images
- Login credentials (unique ID and password provided by clinical staff)
- Date and time stamps of image submissions
Healthcare Provider Information
- Professional credentials and contact information
- Access logs and authentication data
- Communication records with patients
Technical Data
- Device type and operating system
- Application usage statistics
- Error logs and diagnostic information
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To facilitate remote monitoring of medical devices by healthcare providers
- To enable secure communication between patients and doctors
- To provide alerts and notifications regarding device readings
- To maintain accurate medical records and treatment histories
- To improve application functionality and user experience
- To ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards
- To provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- End-to-end encryption for all data transmission
- Secure cloud storage with encrypted databases
- Unique patient IDs to maintain anonymity
- Access controls and authentication protocols
- Regular security audits and updates
- HIPAA-compliant data handling procedures
Important: No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With Healthcare Providers: Your medical device data and images are shared with authorized doctors and clinical staff for monitoring and treatment purposes
- With Clinical Staff: Administrative personnel who manage patient access and credentials
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
- Emergency Situations: To protect the safety and health of patients
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in operating our application (under strict confidentiality agreements)
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal health information to third parties for marketing purposes.
Your Rights
As a user of our application, you have the following rights:
- Access: Request access to your medical device data and images
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal retention requirements)
- Restriction: Request limitation of data processing
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another provider
- Withdrawal: Withdraw consent at any time (may affect service availability)
To exercise these rights, please contact your healthcare provider or our support team using the contact information below.
Data Retention
We retain your medical device monitoring data for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Medical records are typically retained for a minimum period as required by healthcare regulations (usually 7-10 years). After this period, data may be securely deleted or anonymized unless longer retention is required by law.
Children's Privacy
This application is primarily designed for adult patients (60+ years old). We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18 years of age without appropriate parental or guardian consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure that adequate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Company: Atmos at Home
Website: https://atmosathome.com
Email: privacy@atmosathome.com
Phone: 1-800-XXX-XXXX
Address: [Atmos Company Address]
Privacy Officer: [Name and Contact]
Regulatory Compliance
This application and our data practices comply with applicable healthcare regulations, including but not limited to:
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable
- State and local privacy laws
- FDA regulations for medical device software
Acknowledgment
By using Atmos at Home Medical Device Monitoring Application, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. Your continued use of the application constitutes your acceptance of any updates to this policy.