Privacy Policy for Bayside Family Dentistry
Effective Date: December 01, 2024
Bayside Family Dentistry (“we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose your information, including protected health information, in compliance with applicable laws. Please read this Policy carefully.
1. Privacy Practices for Protected Health Information (PHI)
We are required by law to maintain the privacy of protected health information (PHI) and to provide you with this Policy of our legal duties and privacy practices. PHI consists of information about you (including demographic details) that may identify you and relates to your past, present, or future physical or mental health or condition, including related healthcare services.
This Policy describes how Bayside Family Dentistry may use and disclose your PHI to carry out treatment, payment, or healthcare operations. Other uses and disclosures of your information will be made only with your written authorization, unless permitted or required by law.
How We Use and Disclose Your PHI
Your PHI may be used and disclosed without your authorization for:
Treatment: Coordination or management of healthcare and related services, including consultations and referrals.
Payment: Activities to obtain payment for healthcare services, including determining coverage or benefits and utilization reviews.
Operations: Business activities such as quality improvement, professional reviews, business planning, and administrative operations.
Examples include:
- Using a sign-in sheet at registration.
- Calling your name in the waiting room.
- Appointment reminders.
- Information about products or services related to your care.
Whenever PHI is shared with business associates, we ensure a written contract protects your privacy.
Other uses and disclosures require your written authorization, which you can revoke at any time by submitting a request in writing.
2. Your Rights Regarding Your PHI
You have the following rights:
- Inspect and Copy: Access your PHI, except in specific situations such as information compiled for legal proceedings.
- Request Restrictions: Limit how your PHI is used or disclosed. Requests may be denied if it affects treatment or operations.
- Confidential Communications: Request alternative contact methods, subject to reasonable accommodations.
- Amend Your Records: Request corrections to your PHI. If denied, you can file a statement of disagreement.
- Accounting of Disclosures: Receive a list of non-treatment-related disclosures made without your authorization.
3. Complaints and Questions
If you believe your rights have been violated, you can file a complaint with Bayside Family Dentistry by contacting our Office Manager or the Secretary of Health and Human Services. We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.
4. 10DLC Privacy Policy
Bayside Family Dentistry (“we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you opt in to receive SMS messages from us.
Information We Collect
When you opt in to receive SMS messages, we collect:
• Your phone number
• Consent to send SMS messages
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
• Send you the SMS messages you’ve opted in to receive
• Provide updates, promotions, or other relevant content based on your preferences
Sharing Your Information
We do not share your phone number or SMS opt-in information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Your Rights
You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying with “STOP” to any message we send you.
Data Security
We implement reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure. If you have questions or concerns about our privacy practices, contact us at (718) 673-9726.
5. Changes to the Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Policy at any time. Changes will apply to all PHI and personal information we maintain. Updated versions will be available upon request.
To obtain an updated Policy, you may:
- Call our Office Manager and request a copy by mail.
- Request one during your next appointment.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
- Phone: (718) 673-9726
- Email: info@baysidefamilydentistry.com
- Address: 212-04 42nd Avenue, Bayside, NY 11361
This Policy was originally published and became effective on March 21, 2019, and is updated as of November 28, 2024.
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