Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

Personal Information

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

• Name, address, phone number, and email address
• Date of birth and emergency contact information
• Insurance information and payment details
• Medical and dental history information
• Information submitted through contact forms on our website

Website Usage Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

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

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Providing dental care and treatment services
• Scheduling appointments and sending appointment reminders
• Processing insurance claims and payments
• Communicating with you about your treatment and oral health
• Responding to your questions and requests
• Improving our services and website functionality
• Complying with legal and regulatory requirements

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Healthcare Providers: With other healthcare professionals involved in your care
• Insurance Companies: For claims processing and benefit verification
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulations
• Dental Laboratories: For fabrication of dental prosthetics and restorations
• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist in our operations and agree to maintain confidentiality

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

HIPAA Compliance

As a healthcare provider, we comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and maintain strict standards for protecting your protected health information (PHI). You have specific rights regarding your health information, including:

• The right to access your health records
• The right to request corrections to your health information
• The right to request restrictions on how your information is used or shared
• The right to receive a copy of our Notice of Privacy Practices

Website Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website usage. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling cookies may limit some website functionality.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for patients of all ages. When providing care to minors, we collect only information necessary for dental treatment and communicate with parents or guardians as appropriate and required by law.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post any updates on our website and indicate the effective date of the revised policy.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Pauley Family Dentistry [Practice Address] Lincoln, NE [ZIP Code] Phone: [Practice Phone Number] Email: [Practice Email Address]

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Updated terms will be posted on our website with the effective date. Continued use of our website or services after changes indicates your acceptance of the modified terms.

Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Nebraska. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our website or services shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of Nebraska.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Pauley Family Dentistry 5930 S 58th St E, Lincoln, NE 68516, Phone: (402) 423-9045

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we maintain about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information, subject to legal and regulatory requirements
• Opt out of non-essential communications
• Request information about how your data is processed

To exercise these rights or ask questions about our privacy practices, please contact our office using the information provided above.

Consent

By using our website or receiving services at our practice, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.