BrightCraft Dental & Laser HIPAA Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your health information in accordance with HIPAA regulations. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your medical records.
HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
This Notice describes how medical and health information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can access this information.
Tigran Gyokchyan DDS, Inc. is committed to protecting your Protected Health Information (PHI) in accordance with HIPAA.
1. How We Use Health Information
We may use your PHI for:
Treatment
To provide and coordinate dental care.
Payment
To process billing, insurance claims, and payments.
Healthcare Operations
To improve services, quality control, compliance, and administrative functions.
2. Other Permitted Disclosures
We may disclose PHI without authorization:
- As required by law
- To business associates (labs, billing, IT, legal services under HIPAA agreements)
- To prevent serious threats to health or safety
- For legal proceedings or law enforcement when required
3. Appointment Reminders
We may contact you regarding appointments and treatment follow-ups.
4. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your records
- Request corrections
- Request restrictions (in limited cases)
- Receive breach notifications
- Request confidential communication methods
5. Business Associates
We may share PHI with vendors who assist in operations, all of whom are contractually required to protect your information.
6. Minors
We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18 without appropriate consent.
7. Data Storage & Transfer
Information may be stored and processed in the United States.
8. Changes to This Notice
We may update this policy and apply changes to existing records as permitted by law.