Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 15 November 2025
1. Introduction & Scope
We at The Physio Crew (“we”, “us”, “our”) are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in a secure, responsible manner. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and retain information when you use our website (thephysiocrew.com.au) or engage our services (in-clinic or remote). By using our website or providing us your information, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect personal information necessary to deliver high-quality health, physiotherapy, and administrative services. This may include:
- Contact details: name, address, phone number, email.
- Identification & demographic data: date of birth, gender, emergency contacts.
- Health & medical information: medical history, treatment notes, referral letters, diagnostic imaging, and GP / specialist details.
- Billing & funding information: Medicare, WorkCover, TAC, DVA, NDIS numbers, and private health insurance details.
- Usage and digital data: IP address, device information, browser type, cookies, and website interaction data.
3. How We Collect Information
We collect information directly from you when you:
- Book an appointment online, in person, or over the phone.
- Complete patient intake, consent, or medical forms.
- Attend a clinical consultation or telehealth session.
- Contact us via website forms, email, or chat.
We may also collect information from third parties with your consent (e.g., your referring doctor, insurer, or allied health practitioners).
4. Why We Collect, Hold, and Use Information
We use your personal and health information to:
- Provide accurate clinical assessment, diagnosis, and care.
- Coordinate care with GPs, specialists, and allied providers.
- Process payments, Medicare, private health, WorkCover, TAC, and NDIS claims.
- Send appointment reminders, clinic updates, and follow-ups.
- Meet legal, statutory, and regulatory health obligations.
- Improve our website, clinical processes, and patient experience.
5. Disclosure of Personal Information
We will not sell or rent your information. We may disclose your information:
- To healthcare providers directly involved in your care.
- To third-party service providers (practice management software like Cliniko, IT hosts, billing platforms).
- To insurers and funding bodies (Medicare, WorkSafe, TAC, private insurers) to substantiate claims.
- When required by law, subpoena, or to prevent a serious threat to life or safety.
6. Security & Storage
We store electronic records securely in certified Australian-hosted cloud healthcare management systems with end-to-end encryption, role-based access controls, and regular security audits. Physical records, where kept, are locked and accessible only to authorised staff.
7. Access and Correction
You have the right to request access to your personal and health records held by us, and to ask for corrections if information is inaccurate or out of date. To make a request, contact our Privacy Officer using the details below.
8. Contact Us & Complaints
If you have questions, concerns, or wish to lodge a privacy complaint, please contact:
The Physio Crew — Privacy Officer
Email: info@thephysiocrew.com.au
Phone: (03) 9116 8691
