LifeCare Medical Center (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy. This policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website: https://lifecaremedicalcenter.org.
By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined below.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our website:
- Personal Information: such as your name, email address, phone number, or other details you voluntarily submit via forms.
- Non-Personal Information: such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referral URLs, and browsing activity.
- Comments: If you leave comments, we collect the data shown in the comment form, along with your IP address and browser user agent string to help detect spam.
- Media Uploads: If you upload images, you should avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS), as visitors to the site may download and extract such information.
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information collected in the following ways:
- To provide, operate, and maintain our website.
- To improve your browsing experience.
- To respond to your inquiries, requests, or messages.
- To send periodic communications if you opt in to receive them.
- To detect, prevent, and address technical or security issues.
Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and enhance your browsing experience. Cookies may:
- Save your login information and display preferences.
- Store your comment details for future convenience.
- Track general usage data to help us improve site performance.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some features of the site may not function properly without them.
Embedded Content from Other Websites
Articles and pages on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, or articles). Embedded content from other websites behaves as though you have visited those websites directly. These websites may collect data, use cookies, and track your interaction with the embedded content.
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share limited data only in the following circumstances:
- With service providers that help us operate the website (e.g., spam detection services).
- To comply with legal obligations, enforce site policies, or protect rights, property, or safety.
- If you request a password reset, your IP address may be included in the reset email.
Data Retention
- Comments: Retained indefinitely to automatically recognize and approve future comments.
- Registered Users (if applicable): Personal profile information is stored as long as the account is active. Users may view, edit, or delete their personal data at any time (except usernames, which cannot be changed).
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you.
- Request that we erase any personal data we hold, subject to administrative, legal, or security obligations.
- Opt out of receiving promotional emails or communications.
HIPAA Notice
Please note: While LifeCare Medical Center is a healthcare provider, our public website is not intended to collect or store Protected Health Information (PHI) under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Do not submit personal medical information through website forms. For patient health records and HIPAA-protected services, please contact us directly through official patient communication channels.
Security
We use reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe we have received information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
LifeCare Medical Center
715 Delmore Drive, Roseau, MN 56751
(218) 463-2500
[email protected]