Privacy Policy | Maryland Spine and Health Chiropractic Clinic

Desena Health Consulting LLC, doing business as Maryland Spine and Health Chiropractic Clinic ("we," "us," or "our"), is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our services, or communicate with us.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Schedule an appointment or request information through our website
  • Fill out forms or surveys
  • Subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications
  • Contact us via phone, email, or text message
  • Visit our office for treatment

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, date of birth, health information, insurance details, and any other information you choose to provide.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and information about how you interact with our website.

SMS/Text Messaging Opt-In and Consent

By providing your mobile phone number and checking the opt-in box on our forms, you expressly consent to receive recurring automated text messages from Maryland Spine and Health Chiropractic Clinic at the phone number you provided.

Consent is not a condition of purchase. You are not required to opt in to SMS messaging to receive services from our clinic.

Types of Messages

If you opt in, you may receive text messages including:

  • Appointment reminders and confirmations
  • Appointment rescheduling notifications
  • Health tips and wellness information
  • Promotional offers and special discounts
  • Office updates and announcements
  • Follow-up care instructions

Message Frequency

Message frequency varies. You may receive approximately 2-10 messages per month depending on your appointment schedule and our current promotions. Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan.

How to Opt Out of SMS Messages

You may opt out of receiving text messages at any time by texting STOP to any message you receive from us. After you send the STOP message, we will send you a confirmation message to confirm that you have been unsubscribed. After this, you will no longer receive text messages from us.

If you wish to opt back in, you may do so by completing a new opt-in form on our website or by contacting our office directly.

Help and Support

If you are experiencing issues with our messaging program, reply HELP for assistance, or contact us directly at (240) 690-6542 or [email protected].

Carrier Disclaimer

Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Message delivery is subject to effective transmission from your network operator.

Mobile Information Sharing Statement

No mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes.

We do not sell, rent, loan, trade, lease, or otherwise transfer for profit any phone numbers or personal information collected through our SMS messaging program to any third party.

Information collected through our SMS program may only be disclosed in the following limited circumstances:

  • To service providers who assist us in operating our messaging platform and appointment scheduling systems, solely for the purpose of delivering the services you requested
  • When required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process
  • When we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect your safety or the safety of others
  • To protect our rights or property

All service providers who receive your mobile information are contractually obligated to keep such information confidential and are prohibited from using it for any purpose other than providing services on our behalf.

How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

  • Schedule and manage your appointments
  • Provide you with chiropractic care and related services
  • Send you appointment reminders and confirmations
  • Communicate with you about your treatment and our services
  • Send promotional communications (with your consent)
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal obligations

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us improve your experience on our website.

You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. If you disable or refuse cookies, some parts of our website may become inaccessible or not function properly.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures designed to protect the security of your personal information. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Your Privacy Rights

You have certain rights regarding the personal information we collect and maintain about you. These rights include:

Right to Access

You have the right to request access to the personal information we have collected about you. Upon verification of your identity, we will provide you with a copy of your personal information in a commonly used electronic format.

Right to Correction

You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information we hold about you. We will make corrections promptly upon verification.

Right to Deletion

You have the right to request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions required by law (such as maintaining records for healthcare compliance purposes).

Right to Opt Out

You have the right to opt out of:

  • Marketing and promotional communications (email, SMS, or mail)
  • The sale or sharing of your personal information (note: we do not sell your information)
  • Targeted advertising based on your personal information

Right to Non-Discrimination

We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your privacy rights. You will not receive different pricing or quality of services for exercising these rights.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, you may:

  • Call us at (240) 690-6542
  • Email us at [email protected]
  • Send a written request to our office address

We will respond to your request within 30 days. In some cases, we may need to verify your identity before processing your request to protect your privacy and security.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Contact Information

Questions About This Policy?

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Desena Health Consulting LLC
d/b/a Maryland Spine and Health Chiropractic Clinic

2565 Northwest Arterial
Germantown, MD

Phone: (240) 690-6542

Email: [email protected]