Privacy Policy
At Dimond Dental Care, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal health information (PHI). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable California state laws.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: Name, date of birth, address, phone number, email.
Health Information: Dental and medical history, treatment records, insurance details, and other PHI necessary for your care.
Payment Information: Insurance billing details, payment records, and related financial information.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for purposes including, but not limited to:
Providing dental care and treatment.
Communicating with you about appointments, treatment options, and follow-ups.
Processing payments and insurance claims.
Maintaining medical and administrative records.
Meeting legal and regulatory requirements.
3. Sharing of Information
Your PHI may be shared in the following circumstances:
With your consent: When you authorize the release of your records.
For treatment purposes: With specialists, laboratories, pharmacies, or other healthcare providers involved in your care.
For payment purposes: With insurance providers or billing companies.
For healthcare operations: Quality assurance, staff training, or business management.
As required by law: To comply with court orders, subpoenas, or government regulations.
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
4. Your Rights
Under HIPAA, you have the right to:
Access and obtain a copy of your dental records.
Request corrections to your records if you believe they are inaccurate.
Request restrictions on how your PHI is used or disclosed.
Receive an accounting of certain disclosures of your PHI.
Request confidential communications through alternate contact methods.
File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.
5. Data Security
We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your PHI from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. While we strive to secure your data, no electronic system is 100% secure.
6. Website & Online Forms
If you use our website or online forms, please note:
Information submitted online may not be fully encrypted unless specifically stated.
We recommend avoiding the submission of highly sensitive information through online contact forms.
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
7. Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, your rights, or how your PHI is handled, please contact us:
Dimond Dental Care
303 S Diamond Bar Blvd Ste 2C
Diamond Bar, CA 91765
Phone: (909) 860-7579
You may also file a complaint directly with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights if you believe your privacy rights have been violated.