Effective Date: February 27, 2026
Introduction
At Dr. Leonid Portugeys, DDS, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our patients' personal and medical information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and any other details you voluntarily provide when you contact us or use our website. We also collect non-personal information through cookies and analytics tools to understand how users interact with our site.
How We Use Your Information
- To provide and improve our dental services.
- To communicate with you regarding appointments, inquiries, or updates.
- To analyze website usage and improve our digital presence.
- To comply with legal and regulatory obligations, including HIPAA compliance for patient health information.
HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices
Your protected health information (PHI) is handled with strict confidentiality in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). A full copy of our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices is available at our office and online here.
NY SHIELD Act & Data Security
In compliance with the New York Stop Hacks and Improve Electronic Data Security (SHIELD) Act, our practice implements and maintains reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect private information. We utilize industry-standard encryption for data in transit and secure server storage to ensure that any personal or medical information collected through our website or office is protected against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including:
- Right to Know: You may request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
- Right to Delete: You may request that we delete personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.
- Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. We do not sell personal information. If this practice changes, we will update this policy and provide a clear opt-out mechanism.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA/CPRA rights.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party services or websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We encourage you to review this page to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Dr. Leonid Portugeys, DDS
2523 Ocean Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11229
Phone: (718) 934-2600