Privacy Policies

HIPAA Privacy Policy

At FPE Dental, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

How We Protect Your Information

We take every precaution to safeguard your protected health information (PHI) and maintain confidentiality. Our policies and procedures ensure that your medical and personal details are securely stored, accessed only by authorized personnel, and used solely for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations.

Your Rights Under HIPAA

As a patient, you have the right to:

  • Access and request a copy of your health records.
  • Request corrections to your medical information.
  • Restrict certain uses or disclosures of your information.
  • Receive a notice of any breaches involving your PHI.
  • File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.

How We Use Your Information

Your health information may be used or shared for:

  • Providing treatment and coordinating care.
  • Processing insurance claims and billing.
  • Compliance with legal and public health requirements.
  • Office operations, including quality improvement and training.

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal health information for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

 

Text/SMS Privacy Policy

FPE Dental respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your 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
  • Your consent to receive SMS messages

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Send SMS messages you have opted in to receive
  • Provide updates, promotions, and other relevant content based on your preferences

Sharing Your Information

We do not share your phone number or SMS opt-in details with third parties for marketing purposes.

Your Rights

You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying “STOP” to any message.

Data Security

We implement reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure.

 

Questions?

If you have any questions about our privacy policies, please contact our office at 717-569-4446.