Blackhart Dentistry (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal and health information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information in accordance with:

• The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
• Other applicable federal and California laws

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through our website, patient portal, communications, and in-office interactions.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

A. Personal Identifiers

• Name
• Address
• Phone number
• Email address
• Date of birth
• Driver’s license or identification number (if required)

B. Protected Health Information (PHI)

• Medical and dental history
• X-rays and clinical notes
• Treatment records
• Insurance information
• Payment history

C. Internet or Website Activity

• IP address
• Browser type
• Pages visited
• Appointment request submissions

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide dental care and treatment
• Schedule appointments and send reminders
• Process payments and insurance claims
• Communicate regarding your care
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

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3. No Sale or Sharing of Personal Information

Blackhart Dentistry does not sell, rent, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for advertising or marketing purposes.

We do not engage in cross-context behavioral advertising.

Your information is only disclosed when necessary for:

• Treatment
• Payment
• Healthcare operations
• Legal compliance
• Situations where you provide written authorization

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4. Disclosure of Information

We may share your information with:

• Insurance providers
• Dental laboratories
• Healthcare specialists (when referred)
• Secure billing and payment processors
• HIPAA-compliant technology providers
• Government agencies when legally required

All third-party service providers are required to maintain confidentiality and comply with applicable privacy laws.

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5. Your HIPAA Rights (Protected Health Information)

Under HIPAA, you have the right to:

• Access and obtain a copy of your health records
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Request confidential communications
• Request restrictions on certain disclosures
• Receive an accounting of disclosures
• File a complaint without fear of retaliation

For more information, please review our separate Notice of Privacy Practices.

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6. Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

Right to Know

Request disclosure of:

• Categories of personal information collected
• Sources of information
• Purpose for collection
• Categories of third parties with whom information is shared

Right to Delete

Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal and healthcare record retention requirements.

Right to Correct

Request correction of inaccurate personal information.

Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information

We only use sensitive information (such as health data) for providing healthcare services and complying with legal requirements.

Right to Non-Discrimination

You will not receive discriminatory treatment for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise your California privacy rights, please contact us at:

Phone: (209) 847-0309

Mail: Blackhart Dentistry, 1419 W F St, Oakdale, CA 95361

We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

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7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

While we strive to protect your information, no system can guarantee absolute security.

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8. Data Retention

We retain personal and health information as required by California law and professional regulations. Dental records are maintained in accordance with state record retention requirements.

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9. Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website may use basic cookies to:

• Improve user experience
• Monitor website performance
• Facilitate appointment requests

We do not use tracking technologies for third-party advertising purposes.

You may adjust your browser settings to disable cookies.

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10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.

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11. Children’s Privacy

We collect information about minors only with parental or guardian consent and solely for the purpose of providing dental care.

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12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.

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13. Contact Us