Effective Date: 3/1/25

Cedar Lodge Dental Group ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our office, website, or contact us for dental services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Personal Identifiers (e.g., name, address, phone number, email, date of birth)
• Health Information (e.g., medical history, dental records, insurance details)
• Payment Information (e.g., credit/debit card details, billing addresses)
• Technical Information (e.g., IP address, browser type, usage data when visiting our website)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide dental care and treatment
• Schedule and confirm appointments
• Process payments and insurance claims
• Communicate with you regarding services and updates
• Improve our website, services, and patient experience
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share it with:

• Insurance providers to process claims
• Third-party service providers assisting with operations (e.g., payment processors, IT services)
• Healthcare professionals involved in your treatment
• Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our practice and patients

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we encourage patients to take precautions when sharing personal data online.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Request access to your dental records and personal data
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent for data processing (subject to legal and contractual obligations)

6. Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can adjust your browser settings to manage or disable cookies.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as needed to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on our website.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

Cedar Lodge Dental Group
1001 Cody Ave, Hays, KS 67601
(785) 625-7369
info@cedarlodgedental.com