Notice of Privacy Practices

Effective Date: April 1, 2026​

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Our Commitment to Your Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. This notice describes how your medical information may be used and disclosed and how you can access this information. Please review it carefully.

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How We May Use and Disclose Your Health Information

We may use and share your health information for the following purposes:

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Treatment

We use your health information to provide, coordinate, or manage your dental care and related services.

Payment

We may use and disclose your information to bill and collect payment from you, your insurance company, or a third party. This may include sharing information required to verify insurance benefits and process claims.

Healthcare Operations

We may use your information to operate our practice, improve care, train staff, and manage administrative functions.

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Specialist Referrals
We may share your health information with dental specialists or other healthcare providers when you are referred for additional care or treatment.

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Additional Uses and Disclosures

We may also use or disclose your information in the following situations:

• Appointment reminders (phone, text, or email)

• Treatment alternatives or health-related services

• As required by law

• Public health and safety purposes

• Health oversight activities

• Legal proceedings or law enforcement

• To prevent a serious threat to health or safety

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Insurance and Benefits Verification
We may collect and use personal information, including identifiers such as Social Security numbers when required, to verify insurance eligibility and process claims.

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Your Rights Regarding Your Health Information

You have the right to:

• Access and receive a copy of your records

• Request corrections to your health information

• Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures

• Request confidential communications (e.g., different contact method)

• Receive a list of disclosures we’ve made

• Obtain a paper copy of this notice at any time

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Your Choices

You have the right to tell us your preferences about how we share your information in certain situations, such as:

• Sharing information with family, friends, or caregivers

• Contacting you for appointment reminders

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Our Responsibilities

We are required by law to:

• Maintain the privacy and security of your health information

• Provide you with this notice of our legal duties and privacy practices

• Notify you promptly if a breach occurs that may have compromised your information

• Follow the terms of this notice

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Changes to This Notice

We reserve the right to change this notice at any time. Updated versions will be posted on our website and available in our office.

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Contact Information

If you have questions about this notice or your privacy rights, please contact:
 

John B. McCleve, DDS
751 Blossom Hill Rd., Suite C
Los Gatos, CA 95032
Phone: (408) 356-6650
Email: contact@johnmcclevedds.com

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Complaints

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with our office or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. You will not be penalized for filing a complaint.