PID is committed to protecting the privacy of our clients’ personal information in accordance with Bermuda’s Personal Information Protection Act 2016 (PIPA). This privacy statement outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of personal information.
1. Collection of Personal Information
We collect personal information necessary to provide our health services, including but not limited to names, contact details, health history, and payment information. We obtain this information directly from our clients with their consent.
2. Use of Personal Information
The personal information we collect is used to deliver and manage our health services and communicate with patients about their health and treatment to comply with legal and regulatory requirements. We do not use personal information for any other purposes without obtaining additional consent.
3. Disclosure of Personal Information
We may share personal information with third parties involved in the delivery of our services, such as healthcare providers and insurance companies, only as necessary and with the client’s consent. We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.
4. Data Accuracy and Retention
We strive to ensure that personal information is accurate, complete, and up-to-date. Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Dental records must be kept at least 7 years from the time of treatment.
5. Security Measures
We implement appropriate security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. This includes physical, technical, cyber, and administrative safeguards.
6. Access and Correction
Clients have the right to access their personal information and request corrections if necessary. Requests can be made by contacting our Privacy Officer at info@pidental.bm.
7. Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that poses a risk to individuals, we will notify affected clients and the Privacy Commissioner as required by law.
8. Privacy Officer
For questions or concerns regarding this privacy statement or our privacy practices, please contact our Privacy Officer at info@pidental.bm.
9. Updates to this Privacy Statement
We may update this privacy statement from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated statement will be posted on our website.