Privacy Policy
Notice of Privacy Policy
Effective Date: May 1, 2025
Kim Podiatry, LLC
4701 Randolph Road, Suite 103, Rockville, MD 20852
Phone: (240) 206-6274 | Fax: (240) 599-4344
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Your Rights
Inspect and obtain a copy of your paper or electronic medical record and other health
information we maintain about you, typically within 30 days of your request. Reasonable
fees may apply.
Request a correction to your medical record if you believe it is inaccurate or incomplete. If
we deny your request, we will provide an explanation in writing.
Request confidential communication, including specifying how or where we should contact
you.
Request a restriction on certain uses or disclosures of your health information. While we
are not required to agree, we will comply with legally required restrictions.
Receive an accounting of disclosures of your protected health information (PHI) made in the
past six years, excluding those for treatment, payment, or operations.
Receive a copy of this notice in paper or electronic form at any time.
Designate a representative, such as a medical power of attorney, to act on your behalf.
File a complaint with us or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services if you believe
your privacy rights have been violated.
Your Choices
Sharing your health information with family or friends involved in your care
Sharing information during disaster relief efforts
Inclusion in facility directories
Use of your information for marketing or fundraising
Sale of your information to third parties
Our Uses and Disclosures
Treatment – To provide, coordinate, or manage your healthcare services. Example: Sharing
your diagnosis with a referred specialist.
Operations – To manage business functions, improve quality of care, and ensure
administrative efficiency. Example: Reviewing outcomes to improve our services.
Billing and Payment – To bill insurance or other responsible parties for the care provided.
Example: Submitting a claim to your insurer.
We may also disclose your information to public health authorities, for research, legal
orders, organ donation, coroners, worker’s, comp, law enforcement, and national security.
Maryland-Specific Provisions
We will not release HIV/AIDS, mental health, or substance use records without your written
consent unless allowed by law.
Minors may consent to certain treatments (e.g., reproductive health, substance use, mental
health). Their privacy will be protected unless disclosure is legally permitted or required.
Genetic information is strictly protected and cannot be disclosed without written
authorization.
Online Patient Portal
Patients may access portions of their health records, communicate securely, and manage
appointments through our encrypted online portal. Do not share your login credentials. If
unauthorized access is suspected, please notify us immediately.
Photography Policy
We may use clinical photography for documentation and treatment purposes, with your
written consent. Photographs are stored securely in your medical record and will not be
shared without additional authorization. Patients may decline to be photographed without
affecting the quality of care provided.
Our Responsibilities
Protect your health information under applicable federal and state law.
Notify you of any breach that may have compromised your data.
Follow the terms outlined in this notice.
Use or disclose your health information only as described unless you provide written
authorization.
Terms and Conditions
Effective Date: July 17, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to Kim Podiatry, LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our website [www.kimpodiatry.com] (the “Site”) and our services, including SMS messaging campaigns (the “Services”).
By using our Services, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.
Use of Our Services
You agree to:
• Use our Services only for lawful purposes.
• Not use our Services in a way that could harm us or others.
• Provide accurate and up-to-date information when requested.
We may suspend or terminate your access if you violate these Terms or misuse our Services.
SMS Messaging
By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to receive SMS messages from us, you consent to receive recurring text messages from Kim Podiatry, LLC as part of an ongoing conversation with our office staff. Messages may include appointment reminders, health updates, occasional promotions, and helpful office information such as our address, phone number, and email for your convenience. Message and data rates may apply.
• To opt out at any time, text “STOP” to (240) 206-6274.
• For help, text “HELP” to (240) 206-6274 or contact us at:
Kim Podiatry, LLC
4701 Randolph Road, Suite 103
Rockville, MD 20852
📧 info@kimpodiatry.com
📞 (240) 206-6274
We do not sell, rent, or share your SMS opt-in data and consent with third parties for their marketing purposes.
Intellectual Property
All content on our Site and Services—including text, graphics, logos, images, and software—is the property of Kim Podiatry, LLC or its licensors. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without our permission.
Disclaimers
Our Services are provided “as is” and “as available.” We do not guarantee that the Services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent allowed by law, Kim Podiatry, LLC, and its officers, directors, employees, and agents will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Services.
Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Kim Podiatry, LLC from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Services or violation of these Terms.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of our Services after changes means you accept the updated Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Maryland, without regard to its conflict of laws rules.
Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Kim Podiatry, LLC
4701 Randolph Road, Suite 103
Rockville, MD 20852
📧 info@kimpodiatry.com
📞 (240) 206-6274