Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how Tampa Endodontics, doing business as New Tampa Endodontics (“we,” “our,” or “us”), collects, uses, protects, and discloses personal and health information obtained through our website, patient portals, forms, communications, and services.
By using our website or submitting information to us, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information:
A. Personal Information
Name, Phone number, Email addressMailing address, Appointment and scheduling details
B. Health & Treatment Information (PHI)
Dental Treatment History
C. Digital & Technical Information
IP address
Browser type and device information
Pages visited and interaction data
Cookies and analytics data
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Provide dental and endodontic care
Schedule, confirm, and manage appointments
Communicate regarding treatment, follow-ups, and care instructions
Process payments and insurance claims
Respond to inquiries and requests
Improve our website, services, and patient experience
Comply with legal, regulatory, and professional obligations
3. Text Messaging & Electronic Communications (SMS Consent)
By providing your phone number and submitting forms on our website, you expressly consent to receive SMS/text messages, phone calls, and emails from Tampa Endodontics related to:
Appointments and reminders
Treatment follow-ups
Administrative and billing communications
Important disclosures:
Message frequency may vary
Message and data rates may apply
Consent is not a condition of treatment
You may opt out at any time by replying STOP
For help, reply HELP or contact our office
4. How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal or health information.
We may share information only as permitted or required by law, including with:
Healthcare providers involved in your care
Insurance companies and billing services
Practice management, IT, and communications vendors
Government or regulatory authorities when legally required
All third parties are required to maintain appropriate safeguards.
5. HIPAA & Protected Health Information
We comply with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Your protected health information (PHI) may be used and disclosed for:
Treatment
Payment
Healthcare operations
You may request a full Notice of Privacy Practices by contacting our office.
6. Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
Access your medical records
Request corrections or amendments
Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures
Receive an accounting of disclosures
File a complaint without fear of retaliation
Requests may be submitted in writing to our office.
7. Cookies & Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to:
Improve site functionality
Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
