Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 10/6/2025
Last Updated: 10/6/2025
Medicine and Nephrology Associates (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide through our website, www.medicineandnephrologyassociates.com (the “Site”).
By using this Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Personal Information You Provide
This includes:
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Your name, phone number, and email address (when submitted through forms).
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Appointment requests or inquiries you send us.
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Any optional information you choose to provide, such as comments or medical concerns.
Important: Do not submit confidential medical information through general website forms. Protected health information (PHI) should only be provided through direct communication with our staff.
Non-Personal and Technical Information
We may collect information automatically through analytics tools such as:
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IP address and browser type.
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Date and time of visits.
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Pages viewed and time spent on the Site.
This information helps us improve our website and user experience.
How We Use Your Information
We may use your information to:
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Respond to your inquiries or appointment requests.
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Improve the content and functionality of our Site.
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Communicate important updates about our practice or services.
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Comply with legal or regulatory obligations.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
Protected Health Information (PHI)
If you are a patient, your PHI is governed by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Any health-related information you provide to us in person or during treatment is protected under HIPAA standards.
Sharing of Information
We may share limited personal information with:
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Service providers who help us operate our website (e.g., hosting or analytics).
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Affiliated medical organizations (e.g., US Renal Care, DaVita, Fresenius) for coordination of care, when applicable.
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Law enforcement or regulatory agencies when required by law.
These entities are required to protect your information and may not use it for other purposes.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to improve functionality and user experience. You can modify your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, this may limit some features of the Site.
Data Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information.
While we strive to protect your data, please understand that no transmission of data over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.
Your Rights Under California Law
If you are a California resident, you may have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:
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The right to know what personal data we collect.
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The right to request deletion of your personal data (subject to medical record retention laws).
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The right to opt out of data sharing for non-medical purposes.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
Links to Other Websites
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites (such as partner clinics or labs).
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of our Site after updates constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact:
Medicine and Nephrology Associates
10941 Bloomfield Street, Suite A
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Phone: 562-596-1667