Privacy Policy for Blooming Dental

Effective Date: 09/02/2024

At Blooming Dental, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the confidentiality of your personal health information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and relevant guidelines set forth by the Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association (CTIA).

1. Information We Collect

We collect and maintain various types of personal information to provide quality dental care and services. This includes:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, address, phone number, email address, and date of birth.

• Health Information: Medical history, dental records, treatment plans, and other related health data.

• Payment Information: Insurance details, billing information, and payment history.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• Treatment and Care: To provide, coordinate, and manage your dental treatment and services.

• Billing and Payment: To process payments, submit insurance claims, and handle financial transactions.

• Communication: To contact you regarding appointments, treatment updates, and other relevant information.

• Administrative Purposes: To maintain accurate records, comply with legal requirements, and improve our services.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your personal information with third parties under the following circumstances:

• Healthcare Providers: We may disclose your health information to other healthcare professionals involved in your care, including specialists and laboratories.

• Insurance Companies: We share information with your insurance company or other third parties to process claims and obtain pre-authorizations.

• Business Associates: We may work with vendors and service providers who assist us in providing our services, such as billing companies or IT support. These parties are bound by agreements to protect your information.

• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information as required by law, such as in response to subpoenas, court orders, or other legal processes.

• Emergency Situations: In the event of an emergency, we may disclose information to protect your health and safety or that of others.

4. Your Privacy Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal health information, including:

• Access: You may request access to your health records and obtain copies.

• Amendments: You may request corrections to your health information if you believe it is inaccurate or incomplete.

• Restrictions: You may request restrictions on how your information is used or disclosed, although we are not required to agree to all requests.

• Confidential Communications: You may request that we communicate with you in a specific manner or at a specific location.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This includes physical, administrative, and technical safeguards designed to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of your information.

6. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on our website and made available upon request. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:

Blooming Dental
Address: 22030 7th Ave S #100 Des Moines WA 98198
Phone: 253-838-4363
Email: bloomingdentalwa@gmail.com

8. Complaints

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.

Acknowledgment

By receiving care at Blooming Dental, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.