Last Updated: April 10, 2026
Montgomery Medical Clinic ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website at www.mmccare.com (the "Website") or use our healthcare services. Please read this policy carefully. By accessing or using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
When you interact with our clinic or Website, you may voluntarily provide personal information, including but not limited to:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
- Appointment Information: When you schedule appointments through our third-party scheduling provider (NextPatient), you may provide your name, contact details, date of birth, insurance information, and reason for visit
- Patient Portal Information: Login credentials and health-related information submitted through the athenahealth patient portal
- Employment Inquiries: When applying for positions via email, you may provide your resume, work history, and other employment-related information
- Communication Data: Messages sent to us via phone, text, or email
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- Language Preference: We store your preferred language (English or Spanish) in your browser's local storage to provide a consistent experience across pages
- Browser and Device Information: Information that third-party services (such as Google Fonts) may collect, including your IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths
1.3 Information from Third-Party Services
Our Website uses certain third-party services that may collect information:
- Google Fonts: We use Google Fonts to display text on our Website. When you visit our site, your browser connects to Google's servers to download fonts. Google may collect your IP address, browser information, and other technical data. Please refer to Google's Privacy Policy for more information.
- NextPatient: Our online appointment scheduling is provided by NextPatient. When you schedule an appointment, NextPatient collects and processes your information according to their own privacy policy.
- athenahealth: Our patient portal is operated by athenahealth. Information submitted through the patient portal is governed by athenahealth's privacy practices and our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.
- AudioEye: Certain pages on our Website use AudioEye to improve digital accessibility. AudioEye may collect usage and interaction data to deliver accessibility features.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Healthcare Services: To provide, coordinate, and manage your healthcare, including scheduling appointments, communicating with you about your care, and processing insurance claims
- Website Functionality: To operate, maintain, and improve our Website, including remembering your language preference
- Communication: To respond to your inquiries, send appointment reminders, and provide information about our services
- Employment: To evaluate job applications and contact candidates
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes, including HIPAA
- Safety and Security: To protect the rights, privacy, safety, and property of our patients, staff, and the public
3. Protected Health Information (PHI) & HIPAA
As a healthcare provider, Montgomery Medical Clinic is subject to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Protected Health Information (PHI) that we collect during the course of providing healthcare services is governed by our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which is provided to all patients at the time of their first visit and is available upon request.
This Website Privacy Policy covers information collected through our Website and does not replace or modify our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices. If there is a conflict between this Privacy Policy and our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices regarding PHI, the HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices shall control.
Key HIPAA rights include:
- The right to access and receive a copy of your medical records
- The right to request corrections to your medical records
- The right to request restrictions on certain uses and disclosures of your PHI
- The right to receive an accounting of certain disclosures of your PHI
- The right to receive a paper copy of our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
- The right to file a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated
4. Cookies and Local Storage
4.1 Cookies
Our Website itself does not set first-party cookies. However, third-party services embedded on our site (such as Google Fonts) may set cookies through your browser. These cookies are subject to the privacy policies of the respective third-party providers.
4.2 Local Storage
We use your browser's local storage to save your language preference (English or Spanish) so that you do not need to reselect your language each time you visit. This data is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers. You can clear this data at any time through your browser settings.
4.3 Managing Cookies and Local Storage
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically set your browser to:
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Alert you when a cookie is being set
- Delete existing cookies
- Clear local storage data
Please note that blocking cookies may affect the functionality of certain third-party features on our Website.
5. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Healthcare Operations: With other healthcare providers involved in your care, insurance companies for claims processing, and as otherwise permitted or required by HIPAA
- Service Providers: With third-party vendors who assist us in operating our Website and providing services (e.g., NextPatient for scheduling, athenahealth for patient portal), subject to contractual obligations to protect your information
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request
- Safety: To protect the rights, property, or safety of Montgomery Medical Clinic, our patients, our staff, or the public
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect the information we collect and maintain, in compliance with HIPAA Security Rule requirements. These measures include:
- Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/SSL) on our Website
- Access controls to limit who can view personal and health information
- Staff training on privacy and security practices
- Regular review and updating of security policies and procedures
While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.
7. Children's Privacy
Our Website is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through our Website. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information through our Website, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
As a medical clinic, we do provide healthcare services to minors. The collection and handling of minors' health information in the clinical setting is governed by HIPAA and applicable state law, not this Website Privacy Policy.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information
- Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions
- Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving promotional communications from us
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe as required by applicable law.
8.1 Maryland Consumer Privacy Rights
If you are a Maryland resident, you may have additional rights under the Maryland Personal Information Protection Act and the Maryland Online Privacy Protection Act, including the right to know what personal information we collect and how it is used.
9. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, including but not limited to:
- NextPatient (appointment scheduling)
- athenahealth (patient portal)
- Montgomery Sports Medicine (montgomerysportsmedicine.com)
- Social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook)
- Apple Maps (directions)
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, our privacy practices, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
12. Complaints
If you believe that your privacy rights have been violated, you have the right to file a complaint with:
- Montgomery Medical Clinic at the contact information above
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights, at www.hhs.gov/ocr/complaints or by calling 1-800-368-1019
We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.