At Diamond Dental Arts in Punta Gorda, protecting your personal and health information is a responsibility we take seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and disclosed when you interact with our practice through our website, by phone, or during in office visits.
Questions about privacy call 941 637 0101
Our clinic is committed to safeguarding patient information. All team members who may come into contact with personal or health related information are trained in proper handling, confidentiality, and security practices. Access to information is limited to what is necessary to provide care, manage operations, and meet legal and professional obligations.
We may collect personal contact information such as your name, home address, telephone numbers, and email address. This information allows us to communicate with you and manage your care effectively.
Contact information may be used for purposes including opening and maintaining your patient record, scheduling and confirming appointments, billing and processing payments, submitting insurance claims, sending reminders or follow up communications, and sharing information related to your treatment or ongoing care.
We collect medical and dental history information including current and past health conditions, medications, allergies, family history, and previous dental care. This information is essential for diagnosis, treatment planning, and safe delivery of care.
Medical and dental information may be shared with other licensed health care providers or insurance companies when necessary for reimbursement, referrals, or when seeking a professional opinion related to your treatment, and only with appropriate authorization.
Our office does not provide full confidential medical histories directly to insurance companies. If such a request is made, the information will be forwarded to you for review and authorization. When requests appear unusual or unnecessary, we will contact you before any information is released and advise you if a release may not be appropriate.
Financial information may be collected and used to process payments, manage billing, submit insurance claims, and maintain accurate accounting records. Payment information is handled using secure systems designed to protect your data.
In the event that consideration is ever given to the sale or transition of this practice, qualified prospective purchasers may be granted limited access to records as part of a due diligence process. In such cases, steps will be taken to ensure that all personal information continues to be protected at the same standard we maintain today.
Dental professionals are regulated by governing bodies that oversee standards of care and conduct. As part of their regulatory responsibilities, authorized representatives may inspect records or interview staff members to ensure compliance with professional requirements.
By using this website, communicating with our office, or receiving care at our clinic, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of information as described in this policy. You may withdraw consent for certain uses or disclosures of your information at any time.
If consent is withdrawn, we will explain the potential impact on your care and outline the process required to document your request.
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Records are retained in accordance with legal, regulatory, and professional standards applicable to dental practices.
We understand that privacy is important to you. If you have questions about this policy or how your information is handled, please contact our office and ask to speak with our Privacy Officer.
Diamond Dental Arts Punta Gorda
941 637 0101
