Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 01/01/2026
Arizona Kidney Disease and Hypertension Centers (“AKDHC,” “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, www.akdhc.com (the “Website”).
By using this Website, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.
1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Information submitted through contact or appointment request forms
b. Non-Personal Information
We may automatically collect certain non-identifiable information when you visit the Website, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent on the Website
2. Use of Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Respond to inquiries and requests
- Provide and improve our services
- Schedule or facilitate appointments
- Maintain Website functionality and security
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
3. Health Information and HIPAA
This Website is not intended to collect protected health information (“PHI”) as defined by the
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (“HIPAA”).
Any health information submitted through the Website should be limited and will be handled in
accordance with applicable privacy and security laws. A patient’s rights and our obligations
regarding PHI are described in our separate HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
The Website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze Website usage.
Cookies do not collect personal information unless you voluntarily provide it.
You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may limit
certain Website features.
5. Disclosure of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information:
- With service providers who assist in Website operations
- To comply with legal obligations or court orders
- To protect the rights, safety, or property of AKDHC or others
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
We cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Third-Party Websites
The Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices
or content of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
8. Children’s Privacy
This Website is not intended for children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If we become aware that such information has been collected, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Changes will be effective when posted on this page.
Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Arizona Kidney Disease and Hypertension Centers
Website: www.akdhc.com
Phone: 602-997-0484
Read our full Notice of Privacy Practices for Protected Health Information