Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At Jensen Periodontics, we are deeply committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your Protected Health Information (PHI). We follow the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and applicable state laws to protect the security of your health information — including information submitted through our website.

Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP)

Jensen Periodontics respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your health information. We may use and disclose your information for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations, and as permitted or required by law.

You have the right to access your records, request corrections, request confidential communications, and receive a copy of our full Notice of Privacy Practices.

A complete copy of our Notice is available upon request or at our office.

Online Forms and PHI

When you complete any online patient forms on this website, the information you submit may be considered PHI. These forms are structured to:

  • Collect only the minimum necessary information

  • Transmit data securely using encryption

  • Route information directly to authorized practice staff through secure channels

Website Data Collection and Security

Our website may collect personal and health-related information when you:

  • Submit online patient forms

  • Request appointments

  • Upload documents (e.g., insurance cards)

  • Submit online payments

Because these processes may involve PHI, we implement administrative, physical, and technical safeguards — including secure form encryption and secure payment portals — to help protect data during transmission and storage.

Your Rights Under HIPAA

Under HIPAA, you have several important rights, including the right to:

  • Access your PHI

  • Request amendment of your PHI

  • Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures

  • Receive an accounting of disclosures

  • Obtain a paper copy of this notice