Effective Date: [January 2026]
At Lakota Premier Dental, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [www.lakotapremierdental.com] and when you receive dental care at our office.
1. HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
As a healthcare provider in the United States, we are governed by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This means your Protected Health Information (PHI) is kept strictly confidential.
- Treatment: We use your info to provide, coordinate, or manage your dental care.
- Payment: We use your info to bill and collect payment from you or your insurance company.
- Healthcare Operations: We use your info to run our practice and ensure all patients receive quality care.
2. Information We Collect Online
When you use our website, we may collect the following:
- Personal Data: Name, email address, phone number, and any information you provide voluntarily via our "Request an Appointment" or "Contact Us" forms.
- Derivative Data: Information our servers automatically collect when you access the site (IP address, browser type, operating system, and access times).
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
- Schedule and confirm your dental appointments.
- Respond to your inquiries and customer service requests.
- Send administrative information, such as updates to our terms or policies.
- Improve our website functionality and marketing efforts.
4. Disclosure of Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website or conducting our business (e.g., appointment scheduling software).
- Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
5. Security of Your Information
We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures (such as SSL encryption) to help protect your personal information. However, no electronic transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.
6. Your Rights (Patient Rights)
Under US law, you have the right to:
- Access and receive a copy of your dental records.
- Request an amendment to your records if you believe they are incorrect.
- Request a restriction on how we use or share your health information.
- Receive a paper copy of this policy upon request.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Lakota Premier Dental Address: 7908 Cincinnati Dayton Rd. Suite B, West Chester Township, OH 45069
Phone: +1 513-755-0801
