Privacy Policy

Introduction

THE VILLAGE DENTIST P.A. ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our dental services at 6925 Tomahawk Rd, Prairie Village, KS 66208.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name, email address, and phone number
• Mailing address and billing information
• Date of birth and social security number (for insurance purposes)
• Medical and dental history
• Insurance information
• Emergency contact information

Health Information

As a healthcare provider, we collect protected health information (PHI) in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This includes dental records, treatment plans, X-rays, and other clinical information necessary for your care.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring website addresses

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our dental services
• Schedule appointments and send reminders
• Process payments and insurance claims
• Communicate with you about your care
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Send promotional materials (with your consent)
• Improve our website and patient experience

Information Sharing

We may share your information with:

• Insurance companies for claims processing
• Other healthcare providers involved in your care
• Third-party service providers who assist our operations
• Legal authorities when required by law

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal and health information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Under applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal and health information
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
• Receive a copy of your dental records
• Opt-out of marketing communications

HIPAA Compliance

As a healthcare provider, we comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). We maintain strict confidentiality of your protected health information and have implemented safeguards to ensure its security. A complete Notice of Privacy Practices is available at our office upon request.

Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Children's Privacy

We provide dental services to patients of all ages, including children. For patients under 18, we require parental or guardian consent for treatment and the collection of personal information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

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