Elite Smile Center of The Woodlands Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 12-19-24
Elite Smile Center of The Woodlands, PLLC is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our patients’ information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the information obtained through our practice.
Information Collection:
We collect personal and medical information necessary for providing healthcare services. This may include, but is not limited to, patient names, contact details, medical history, and insurance information.
Information is gathered through patient forms, consultations, and electronic health records.
Use of Information:
Patient information is used for treatment, billing, appointment reminders, and internal record-keeping.
We may share information with third parties, such as insurance companies, for the purpose of processing claims and facilitating treatment.
Security Measures:
Elite Smile Center of The Woodlands, PLLC employs industry-standard security measures to protect patient information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Access to patient records is restricted to authorized personnel only.
Patient Rights:
Patients have the right to access, review, and request corrections to their information by contacting 832-404-2808.
Patients can withdraw consent for the use or sharing of their information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
Retention and Disposal:
Patient information is retained for the duration necessary for treatment, billing, and legal compliance. When information is no longer required, it is securely disposed of.
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Information on Text Messaging and Terms and Conditions:
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Elite Smile Center of The Woodlands, PLLC (“we,” “us,” “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you opt in to receive SMS messages from us.
Information We Collect
When you opt in to receive SMS messages, we collect:
• Your phone number
• Consent to send SMS messages
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
• Send you the SMS messages you’ve opted in to receive
• Provide updates, promotions, or other relevant content based on your preferences
Sharing Your Information
We do not share your phone number or SMS opt-in information with third parties for marketing purposes.
Your Rights
You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying with “STOP” to any message we send you.
Data Security
We implement reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure.
If you have questions or concerns about our privacy practices, contact us at 832-404-2808.
Website/Online opt-in: “By submitting our online form and signing up for texts, you consent to receive marketing text messages (e.g. promos, cart reminders) from Elite Smile Center of The Woodlands at the number provided, including messages sent by autodialer. Consent is not a condition of purchase. Msg & data rates may apply. Msg frequency varies. Unsubscribe at any time by replying STOP. Reply HELP for help.”
Keyword Opt-in: “By texting START to [phone number], you consent to receive marketing text messages from Elite Smile Center of The Woodlands. Consent is not a condition of purchase. Msg & data rates may apply. Msg frequency varies. Unsubscribe at any time by replying STOP.”
Consumer-Initiated Messaging: “By starting a text conversation with Elite Smile Center of The Woodlands by textin 832-404-2808 you are agreeing to receive conversational messages from Elite Smile Center of The Woodlands. Msg & data rates may apply. Msg frequency varies. Unsubscribe at any time by replying STOP.”
Verbal opt-in: “Elite Smile Center of The Woodlands will be collecting opt-in verbally from their customers. The customers will be able to opt in to receive messages either in person at their physical location, or over a phone call if the customer calls. When a customer is registered for the first time, they are asked to provide the phone number, and staff is trained to ask If the customer would like to opt in to SMS-based billing notifications. They will be verbally informed that “Message and data rates may apply”, “Message frequency may vary”, and they can “text HELP for support or more information and STOP to unsubscribe at any time.” They will also be informed that their phone number will not be shared with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.
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