Privacy Policy & HIPAA Notice

1. Introduction

Echelon Studies is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your health information. This policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your data.

2. HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

As a health-related service, we comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). We protect your Protected Health Information (PHI) through technical, administrative, and physical safeguards.

• We only share your PHI with your explicit authorization.
• You have the right to access, amend, and request a copy of your health records.
• We use 256-bit encryption for all data at rest and in transit.
• We maintain Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) with all our infrastructure providers.

3. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including your name, contact information, and health-related answers in our pre-screening tool.

4. Use of Information

We use your information solely to match you with clinical trials and to communicate with you about your eligibility.