Privacy Policy for Radiant Smiles Dental Clinic
Last Updated: [Jan’ 2025]
Radiant Smiles Dentistry Clinic in Prosper, Texas, protects your personal and medical information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other applicable laws.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, address, phone number, email address, and date of birth.
- Medical Information: Dental and medical history, treatment plans, and insurance details.
- Payment Information: Billing address, credit card, or other payment method details.
- Electronic Data: Information collected through our website or patient portal, such as IP addresses and appointment preferences.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide quality dental care and services.
- Communicate with you regarding appointments, treatments, and updates.
- Submit claims to your insurance provider for payment.
- Comply with legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
- Improve our services through feedback and surveys.
3. How We Share Your Information
We strictly avoid disclosing any crucial and personal information to a third party. But there are conditions wherein we need to disclose your information, which will be as follows:
- For Treatment Purposes: Sharing with other healthcare providers involved in your care.
- For Payment: Communicating with insurance providers for claims processing.
- With Your Consent: Sharing with third parties at your request.
- For Legal Compliance: Disclosing information if required by law, court order, or governmental regulations.
- Business Associates: Sharing with trusted partners who assist in delivering services, such as IT support or secure data storage.
4. Patient Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal and medical information:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your medical records.
- Right to Amend: Correct or update your medical records if inaccurate.
- Right to Restrict: Limit specific uses or disclosures of your information.
- Right to Confidential Communications: Specify how and where you want to receive communications.
- Right to Complain: File a complaint if your privacy rights have been violated.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
5. Data Protection Measures
We take appropriate technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of electronic records.
- Secure storage of paper records.
- Regular staff training on privacy and security protocols.
- Monitoring and auditing access to patient data.
6. Use of Cookies and Online Tracking
Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and track website usage. Cookies do not store personal or medical information. You can turn off cookies through your browser settings.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or revise this Privacy Policy anytime. Any changes or updates will be posted on our website and available at our clinic. The updated policy will include the “Effective Date” and describe any material changes.
8. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Radiant Smiles Dentistry
Acknowledgement
By seeking care at Radiant Smiles Dental Clinic, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.