Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: [March 27, 2025]
Last Updated: [March 27, 2025]
Kirkland Family Medical Center (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.kirklandfamilymedical.com/ and use our medical services.
We may collect the following personal information when you visit our website, schedule an appointment, or interact with our clinic:
Name
Date of birth
Address
Email address
Phone number
Insurance details
Medical history and health information
Payment details
When you visit our website, we may collect certain information automatically, including:
IP address
Browser type and version
Pages visited
Time and date of visit
Referral sources
We use the collected information to:
Provide medical services and treatment
Schedule and confirm appointments
Process payments and insurance claims
Respond to inquiries and requests
Improve our website and services
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may disclose your information in the following circumstances:
With Healthcare Providers: To coordinate care and treatment.
With Insurance Companies: To process claims and payments.
With Service Providers: To facilitate administrative services (e.g., appointment scheduling, billing).
With Law Enforcement & Regulatory Authorities: As required by law, such as in response to subpoenas or compliance with HIPAA regulations.
With Your Consent: When you provide explicit permission for disclosures not covered under standard procedures.
As a patient, you have the following rights regarding your medical information:
Access Your Records: You may request a copy of your medical records.
Request Corrections: You may request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete records.
Request Confidential Communications: You may ask us to communicate with you in a specific way (e.g., via email or phone).
Restrict Certain Disclosures: You can request limits on how we share your information.
File a Complaint: If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal and medical information, including:
Encrypted electronic records
Secure access controls
Regular system audits and monitoring
Staff training on data privacy and security
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on our website with an updated “Effective Date.”
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your rights, please contact us:
Kirkland Family Medical Center
1652 State Highway 22 W, Dardanelle, AR 72834
Phone: (479) 229-8000
Fax: 833-637-1613
After Hours: 870-336-6787
Email: [email protected]
By using our website and services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.