Privacy Policy

Effective date: May 15, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how CaseSherpa Ventures, LLC (“CaseSherpa,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects information in connection with the CaseSherpa care-coordination platform and the SMS communications we send to patients on behalf of their healthcare provider.

By creating a CaseSherpa account, providing your mobile phone number for SMS communications, or otherwise using our services, you agree to the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree, do not use CaseSherpa or provide your mobile phone number for SMS communications.

Who we are

CaseSherpa is a HIPAA-compliant care-coordination platform used by healthcare practices to manage patient care across multiple programs, including chronic care management, navigation, and procedure-pathway coordination. CaseSherpa operates as a Business Associate of partner healthcare providers under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, as amended (“HIPAA”).

CaseSherpa Ventures, LLC is a Mississippi limited liability company.

Information we collect

We collect the following categories of information:

  • Patient demographics and health information. Provided by your healthcare provider as part of your enrollment in a care program. This may include name, date of birth, mobile phone number, email address, medical record number, clinical history, current and past medications, and procedure scheduling information.
  • SMS sign-up information. When you opt in to receive SMS messages at https://casesherpa.com/sms-signup/, we collect your first name, last name, and mobile phone number.
  • Communications data. The content of SMS messages we send to you and any replies you send back, along with associated metadata such as timestamps and delivery status.
  • Account data (clinical users only). Healthcare provider users have CaseSherpa accounts with credentials and role assignments; we log access events and platform activity for security and compliance auditing.
  • Technical data. When you visit our website, we collect standard information such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited, used to operate and secure the website.

How we use information

We use the information described above to:

  • Deliver care-coordination services on behalf of your healthcare provider.
  • Send the SMS messages you have consented to receive (appointment reminders, telehealth visit links, screening surveys, procedure scheduling, care coordination follow-ups).
  • Maintain a record of communications for your medical record.
  • Operate, secure, and improve the CaseSherpa platform.
  • Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations to healthcare provider partners.

SMS communications

CaseSherpa sends SMS text messages to patients on behalf of their healthcare provider. SMS communications are sent only to patients who have explicitly opted in.

How SMS consent is collected

Patients opt in to receive SMS messages by submitting the online sign-up form at https://casesherpa.com/sms-signup/. To opt in, a patient provides their first name, last name, and mobile phone number, and explicitly checks a consent box authorizing CaseSherpa and their healthcare provider to send SMS messages related to their care. The consent checkbox is not pre-checked. SMS consent is always optional and is not required to enroll in or receive any clinical services.

Message types and frequency

Authorized SMS message content includes:

  • Telehealth appointment scheduling links and reminders
  • Pre-visit screening survey links
  • Procedure scheduling confirmations and reminders
  • Pre-procedure and post-procedure care instructions
  • Care coordination follow-ups from your assigned care manager
  • General service messages (e.g., confirmation of opt-out)

Most patients receive between 2 and 8 messages per month while actively enrolled in a care program. Frequency varies by program and stage of care. Standard message and data rates from your wireless carrier may apply.

Third-party SMS service provider

CaseSherpa uses Twilio Inc. as our SMS delivery service provider. CaseSherpa maintains a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with Twilio in compliance with HIPAA requirements for the handling of Protected Health Information.

Sharing of mobile data

Phone numbers collected for SMS communication are never sold, rented, or shared with third parties for marketing purposes. SMS opt-in data and consent information are not shared with any third parties.

Opt-out and help

You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any SMS message from CaseSherpa. You will receive a one-time confirmation that you have been unsubscribed. After opting out, you will not receive further SMS messages from CaseSherpa unless you opt back in by replying START or by re-enrolling at the sign-up page above. For assistance, reply HELP to any message to receive contact information for your care team.

How we share information

We do not sell your information. We share information only as described below:

  • With your healthcare provider. CaseSherpa shares information with the healthcare provider who enrolled you in a care program, as required for that provider to deliver care.
  • With service providers. We use a limited set of vetted service providers (such as Twilio for SMS delivery, Amazon Web Services for hosting, Zoom for telehealth) to operate the platform. All service providers handling Protected Health Information are bound by a Business Associate Agreement with CaseSherpa.
  • To comply with law. We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or regulatory request, or to investigate or prevent suspected fraud, security incidents, or violations of our Terms of Service.
  • In connection with a business transfer. If CaseSherpa is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, information may be transferred as part of that transaction. Patient information will continue to be protected by HIPAA and this Policy.

HIPAA and patient health information

Patient health information (“Protected Health Information” or “PHI”) is handled in accordance with HIPAA. CaseSherpa operates as a Business Associate of partner healthcare providers and processes PHI only as permitted by each provider’s Business Associate Agreement and applicable law.

All PHI is stored in encrypted databases. Access is restricted to authorized personnel, logged for audit, and reviewed periodically. CaseSherpa applies administrative, physical, and technical safeguards consistent with HIPAA’s Security Rule.

Data security

We use industry-standard administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information, including encryption in transit and at rest, role-based access controls, audit logging, and periodic security reviews. No method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure; if you believe your account or information has been compromised, please contact us immediately at admin@casesherpa.com.

Data retention

We retain patient information for as long as you are enrolled in a care program with a partner healthcare provider, and afterward for the period required by the provider’s record-retention obligations and applicable law. SMS opt-out preferences are retained indefinitely so that we do not send messages to patients who have unsubscribed.

Your choices

  • SMS opt-out. Reply STOP to any SMS at any time.
  • Access and correction. Contact your healthcare provider for access to or correction of your medical record, including information held by CaseSherpa on their behalf.
  • Account closure (clinical users). Contact your administrator or admin@casesherpa.com to close your CaseSherpa user account.

Children’s privacy

CaseSherpa is intended for use by adults (18+) or by legal guardians of minor patients enrolled by their healthcare provider. We do not knowingly collect information directly from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with information without parental consent, contact us at admin@casesherpa.com and we will delete it.

Cookies and web analytics

Our website uses a minimal set of cookies and standard server logs to operate the site and understand traffic patterns. We do not use third-party advertising trackers or sell visitor data.

Changes to this Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. The “Effective date” at the top reflects the most recent change. Material changes will be communicated through the platform or by other reasonable means. Your continued use of the platform or continued receipt of SMS messages after a change constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

Contact

Questions about this Policy or about your information?

  • Email: admin@casesherpa.com
  • Phone: +1 (601) 213-6491
  • Mail: CaseSherpa Ventures, LLC, Flowood, MS
  • Web: https://casesherpa.com/