Forensic Medical Services
of Central Virginia
434-269-1100
Privacy Policy
Forensic Medical Services of Central Virginia
Effective Date: November 3, 2026
Our Commitment to Your Privacy
Forensic Medical Services of Central Virginia (FMS) is committed to respecting your privacy, protecting your personal information, and supporting your safety.
We understand that individuals seeking information about forensic medical care may be experiencing sensitive, difficult, or unsafe circumstances. We strive to handle all information with discretion, compassion, and appropriate safeguards.
Information We Collect
When you visit our website or submit an online form, we may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:
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Your name or preferred name
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Telephone number or email address
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Preferred and safe methods of communication
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Type of services requested
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Questions or other information you choose to share
Our website may also collect limited technical information, such as browser type, device information, and website usage data, through cookies or other technologies.
How We Use Your Information
Information submitted through our website may be used to:
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Respond to questions or requests for information
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Contact you using your indicated communication preferences
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Discuss available forensic medical services
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Coordinate appointments and appropriate care
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Fulfill applicable legal and regulatory obligations
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Maintain and improve website functionality and security
We do not sell your personal or medical information.
Protecting Your Information
Forensic Medical Services of Central Virginia uses Wix's HIPAA-supportive website services, including protected online forms, to help safeguard information submitted through our website.
We maintain administrative and technical safeguards designed to protect personal and medical information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
Access to information submitted through our forms is restricted to authorized personnel with a legitimate business or healthcare-related need.
Although we take reasonable precautions to protect your information, no electronic communication or storage system can be guaranteed completely secure.
Information collected during clinical care is also subject to our applicable patient privacy practices and legal requirements.
Safe Communication
Your safety is important to us.
If another person may have access to your telephone, email, or electronic devices, please carefully consider whether submitting an online request is safe.
Our forms allow you to indicate preferred contact methods, whether voicemail messages may be left, and other communication safety considerations.
We will make reasonable efforts to follow the safe-contact preferences you provide.
Text Messaging (SMS) Communications
Forensic Medical Services of Central Virginia (FMS) may communicate by text message with individuals who have expressly consented to receive SMS communications and identified texting as a safe contact method.
Text messages may include responses to inquiries, appointment scheduling, confirmations, reminders, and communications related to requested services.
Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out of text messages at any time by replying STOP or request assistance by replying HELP. Consent to receive text messages is voluntary and is not required to receive services.
Standard SMS messaging may not be secure. FMS makes reasonable efforts to limit sensitive information in text messages and respect your stated communication preferences.
SMS opt-in consent and associated phone numbers will not be sold, rented, or shared with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes. Information may be disclosed to service providers solely as necessary to deliver authorized communications, subject to applicable privacy and legal requirements.
Confidentiality and Mandatory Reporting
We respect your privacy and your right to make informed decisions about your care.
However, confidentiality is not absolute. Virginia law requires healthcare professionals to report certain circumstances, which may include suspected child abuse or neglect, suspected abuse of qualifying vulnerable adults, and certain injuries or other legally reportable situations.
Seeking information about forensic medical care does not automatically require a report to law enforcement.
When possible, we will explain applicable reporting requirements and confidentiality limitations before proceeding with an examination.
Sharing Information
We may disclose personal or medical information when necessary for authorized healthcare activities, when you provide appropriate authorization, or when required or permitted by applicable law.
We do not disclose information to law enforcement solely because someone visits our website or requests information about forensic medical services.
Website Analytics and Cookies
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to understand general website traffic and improve the visitor experience.
These tools should not be used to intentionally collect sensitive information entered into patient request forms. Information collected by third-party services is also subject to their applicable privacy practices.
External Websites
Our website may contain links to outside organizations, educational materials, or community resources. FMS is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have rights to request access to, corrections of, or restrictions on certain personal or medical information.
Additional rights and protections regarding medical records are described in our applicable patient privacy notices.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as our services, technology, or legal requirements change. Updates will be reflected by a revised effective date.
Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Forensic Medical Services of Central Virginia
Phone: 434-269-1100