PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy applies to the services provided by our office. In accordance with federal and state law, we are required to maintain the confidentiality of your Protected Health Information (PHI) and to provide you with this notice outlining our legal duties and privacy practices related to your PHI.

Protected Health Information refers to any information that may identify you—including demographic data—and that relates to your past, present, or future physical or mental health condition, as well as the provision of and payment for health care services.

This Policy explains how Smile Dental Online may use and disclose your PHI to carry out treatment, payment, and health care operations. Any other use or disclosure of your information will require your written authorization, unless otherwise permitted or required by law.

In addition, this Policy outlines your rights regarding your PHI, including your right to access and control your information. It also informs you of your right to file a complaint with our office or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.

We are obligated to comply with the terms of this Policy. However, we reserve the right to revise the Policy at any time. Any changes will apply to all PHI we maintain, regardless of when it was created or received. Upon request, we will provide you with a copy of any revised Policy.

To obtain a current version of the Privacy Policy, you may contact our Office Manager by phone to request a mailed copy, or you may ask for one during your next visit.

We encourage you to read this Policy carefully and reach out with any questions regarding your rights or our obligations.

NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES

This Notice outlines how your medical information may be used and disclosed, and explains how you can access this information. Please read it carefully.

If you have any questions regarding this Notice, please contact our Office Manager.

We are required by law to protect the privacy of your health information and to give you this Notice explaining our legal responsibilities and privacy practices.

Protected health information includes details about you—such as your name, address, or other personal information—that can identify you and that relates to your past, present, or future physical or mental health and any related health care services.