Privacy Policy
Effective Date: December 12, 2024
Last Updated: December 12, 2024
Introduction
Daniel J. Vogl DDS (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website danielvogldds.com (the “Site”) or use our services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Site, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Contact us through our website contact form
- Schedule an appointment online or by phone
- Subscribe to our newsletter or promotional emails
- Create an account on our patient portal (if applicable)
This information may include:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Date of birth
- Insurance information
- Medical and dental history
- Appointment preferences
- Any other information you choose to provide
Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring website
- Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: See our Cookie Policy below
Protected Health Information (PHI)
As a dental practice, we collect Protected Health Information as defined under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Our use and disclosure of PHI is governed by our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which is provided to patients separately and available upon request.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Provide and Improve Our Services
- Schedule and manage appointments
- Provide dental care and treatment
- Process insurance claims and billing
- Communicate with you about your care
- Send appointment reminders and follow-up care instructions
- Improve our services and patient experience
Marketing and Communications
- Send newsletters, promotional materials, and special offers (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries and requests
- Conduct surveys and gather feedback
Legal and Security
- Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
- Protect against fraud, abuse, and security threats
- Enforce our terms and conditions
- Resolve disputes
Analytics and Website Optimization
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Conduct research and analytics
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
