This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed and how you can get access to this information. Please review it carefully.

Our Responsibilities

AZ Family & Kids Dental is committed to protecting your health information. We are required by law to:

• Maintain the privacy and security of your protected health information (PHI).
  
• Provide you with this Notice describing our legal duties and privacy practices.
  
• Notify you promptly if a breach occurs that may have compromised your PHI.
  
• Follow the terms of this Notice.
  

How We May Use and Disclose Health Information

We may use and share your PHI for the following purposes:

Treatment

To provide, coordinate, or manage your dental care and related services.
Example: sharing information with specialists, laboratories, or pharmacies involved in your care.

Payment

To bill and receive payment from you, your insurance company, or other payers.
Example: submitting information needed to verify insurance coverage.

Healthcare Operations

To run our practice and ensure quality care.
Example: reviewing performance, training staff, or conducting audits.

Other Uses Permitted by Law

We may share your information when required by law or public health authorities, such as:

• Reporting communicable diseases or abuse
  
• Responding to court orders or subpoenas
  
• Assisting law enforcement or health oversight activities
  
• Preventing serious threats to health or safety
  

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access Your Records: Request to see or get copies of your dental records.
  
• Request Corrections: Ask us to correct information you believe is inaccurate.
  
• Request Confidential Communications: Ask that we contact you by alternative means (e.g., phone vs. mail).
  
• Request Restrictions: Ask us to limit how we use or share information (though we may not always be able to comply).
  
• Get a List of Disclosures: Receive a record of who we’ve shared your PHI with (for non-treatment purposes).
  
• Receive a Copy of This Notice: You can request a printed or digital copy anytime.
  

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@azfamilykidsdental.com.

Your Choices

You may tell us your preferences about how we share your PHI for:

• Appointment reminders
  
• Treatment alternatives
  
• Marketing communications
  We will honor your choices whenever possible under HIPAA law.
  

Changes to This Notice

We may update this Notice periodically. Updates will apply to all PHI we maintain. The current version will always be available at https://azfamilykidsdental.com/hipaa-privacy-policy/.

Questions or Complaints

If you have questions or believe your privacy rights have been violated, contact:

If you would like additional information about our privacy practices or have questions, our Privacy Officer may be reached at info@azfamilykidsdental.com

We support your right to maintain the privacy of your health information. We will not retaliate in any way if you choose to file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights.