Garrett Regional Medical Center values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through this website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, safeguard, and disclose information obtained from visitors to grmc-wvumedicine.org. By accessing or using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, phone number, or other details submitted through contact forms, appointment requests, or inquiries. Additionally, we may automatically collect non-personal information, including IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and usage patterns, to help us improve website functionality and user experience.
How We Use Your Information
The information collected is used to respond to inquiries, provide requested services, improve website performance, enhance content relevance, and support communication related to healthcare services. Non-personal data may be analyzed for website optimization, security monitoring, and statistical purposes. We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
This website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance usability, analyze traffic, and understand visitor behavior. Cookies help us recognize repeat visitors and tailor content accordingly. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may affect certain website features.
Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party services, such as analytics providers or advertising platforms, including Google AdSense, which may collect information through cookies or web beacons. These third parties operate under their own privacy policies, and we encourage users to review them. Garrett Regional Medical Center has no control over how third-party services collect or use data.
Health Information and HIPAA Compliance
This website is not intended to collect or transmit protected health information (PHI) through unsecured forms. Any health-related services provided directly by Garrett Regional Medical Center comply with applicable healthcare privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Patients should use designated secure channels for sharing medical information.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. While we strive to maintain strong security measures, no method of data transmission over the internet is completely secure.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If such information is discovered, it will be promptly deleted.
External Links
Our website may contain links to external websites for informational purposes. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites. Visiting external sites is done at your own discretion.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Garrett Regional Medical Center reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the website after changes are made constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact Garrett Regional Medical Center through the official contact information provided on this website.