Privacy Policy for Aurora Dental Care – Seattle, WA


Effective Date: 2/16/2026
Last Updated: 8/24/2024


1. Introduction


Welcome to the Aurora Dental Care website. Your privacy and the confidentiality of your personal and health information are important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information through our website and in connection with your dental care. It also explains your rights regarding your protected health information (PHI) under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).


By using our website and services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.


2. Information We Collect


A. Information You Provide Voluntarily


  • Contact information such as name, email address, phone number.
  • Appointment requests or online form responses.
  • Insurance or billing information when submitted for treatment purposes.


B. Information We Collect Automatically


  • Website usage data (e.g., device type, browser type, IP address).
  • Cookies and analytics to improve site performance.


We do not collect personally identifiable health information through website forms unless you voluntarily provide it.


3. How We Use Your Information


We use your information for purposes including but not limited to:


  • Responding to your inquiries and appointment requests.
  • Providing dental care services.
  • Processing insurance claims and billing.
  • Improving and personalizing your experience with our practice.
  • Communicating office updates or reminders (with your consent where required by law).


We will not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.


4. HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP)


In addition to this general website privacy policy, Aurora Dental Care is required by federal law to protect the privacy of your protected health information (PHI) and provide you with a Notice of Privacy Practices (download here) explaining:


  • How we may use and disclose your PHI.
  • Your rights regarding your health information.
  • Our legal duties to safeguard your information under HIPAA.


Protected Health Information (PHI)


PHI includes information that can identify you and relates to your past, present, or future health condition, treatment, or payment for health care services.


How Your PHI May Be Used or Disclosed


Without your written authorization, we may use or disclose your PHI for:


  • Treatment: Sharing with other care providers involved in your care.
  • Payment: Processing and billing your dental services.
  • Health Care Operations: Quality improvement, staff training, compliance, etc.


We may also disclose information when required by law, public health activities, or for safety reasons.


Your Rights Under HIPAA


You have the right to:


  • Access and request copies of your health records.
  • Request corrections to your PHI if it’s incorrect or incomplete.
  • Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures.
  • Receive communications by alternative means or at different locations.
  • Receive an accounting of certain disclosures of your PHI.
  • Request a paper copy of this Notice of Privacy Practices at any time.


5. Security of Your Information


We use appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure. While we strive to protect your data, no electronic transmission or storage system is completely secure.


6. Third-Party Websites and Links


Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.


7. Children’s Privacy


Our website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.


8. Changes to This Privacy Policy


We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. The updated policy will be posted with a new effective date.


9. How to Contact Us


If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, your data, or would like a copy of our full HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, please contact:


Aurora Dental Care
10314 Greenwood Ave. N.

Seattle, WA 98133

Phone: (206) 729-0273

frontdesk@auroradds.com