1. Introduction

Morningside Psychiatry, LLC ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website at www.morningsidepsych.com (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information. This policy applies to the Website only and does not govern the collection of protected health information (PHI) in the context of your clinical care, which is addressed separately in our Notice of Privacy Practices provided at or before your first appointment.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Voluntarily

When you use contact forms, appointment request forms, or other interactive features on our Website, you may provide us with personal information such as:

•       Your name

•       Email address

•       Phone number

•       A brief description of the reason for your inquiry

We collect only the information necessary to respond to your inquiry or schedule an initial consultation.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Website, certain technical information may be collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies, including:

•       IP address and browser type

•       Pages viewed and time spent on those pages

•       Referring website addresses

•       Device type and operating system

This information is collected in aggregate and is generally not linked to your identity. We may use third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to help us understand how visitors use our Website. You may opt out of Google Analytics by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

c. Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Our Website does not currently respond to DNT signals, but we do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected through this Website for the following purposes:

•       To respond to your inquiries and questions

•       To schedule consultations or appointments

•       To improve the functionality and content of our Website

•       To comply with applicable laws and regulations

We do not use website-collected information for marketing purposes without your express consent, and we do not sell your personal information to any third party.

4. HIPAA and Protected Health Information

Our Website is not a secure medical communication platform. Please do not submit protected health information (PHI) — including details about your medical history, diagnoses, or treatment — through any form or contact method on this Website. PHI collected in connection with your clinical care is governed by our Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP), which is provided separately and complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable Maryland law.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

•       Service providers: We may share information with third-party vendors who assist us in operating our Website (e.g., web hosting providers), subject to confidentiality agreements.

•       Legal obligations: We may disclose information when required by law, regulation, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of our practice or others.

•       Business transfers: In the unlikely event of a sale or merger of our practice, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to this Privacy Policy.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. We encourage you not to transmit sensitive information through this Website.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, including insurance portals, professional directories, or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. 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. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

9. Your Rights (Maryland Residents)

Under Maryland law and applicable federal regulations, you may have the right to:

•       Request access to the personal information we hold about you

•       Request correction of inaccurate information

•       Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal limitations

•       Opt out of the use of your information for certain purposes

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@morningsidepsych.com. We will respond to verifiable requests within 30 days.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Morningside Psychiatry, LLC

Attn: Lindsey Limbaugh, MD

4401 East-West Hwy Ste 502

Bethesda, MD 20814

Email: info@morningsidepsych.com

Website: www.morningsidepsych.com