Terms of Service for Elite Dermatology Physicians

Effective Date: September 1, 2024

Welcome to Elite Dermatology Physicians! These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access and use of the website www.elitedermatologyphysicians.com (the “Website”) and the services provided by Elite Dermatology Physicians (the “Practice”). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to these Terms. Please read them carefully. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website or any related services.

1. Overview of Services

Elite Dermatology Physicians provides dermatological services, including consultations, treatments, and medical advice, both through in-person visits and online scheduling through our Website. Any medical services offered are governed by applicable laws and regulations, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

2. Eligibility

To use our services, you must be at least 18 years of age, or if under 18, you must use the services under the supervision of a parent or legal guardian who agrees to these Terms on your behalf.

3. Medical Disclaimer

The content on the Website, including information about medical conditions, treatments, and procedures, is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice based on something you have read on the Website.

If you believe you have a medical emergency, contact 911 or your nearest emergency healthcare provider immediately.

4. Use of the Website

By using the Website, you agree to:

• Use the Website and services for lawful purposes only.

• Not misuse the Website by transmitting viruses, malware, or other harmful code.

• Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website, other users’ accounts, or any systems or networks connected to the Website.

5. Appointments and Cancellations

Elite Dermatology Physicians allows you to book appointments through the Website. By booking an appointment, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information.

• Attend the appointment as scheduled or cancel/reschedule in accordance with our cancellation policy.

Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance. Failure to cancel or reschedule within this timeframe will result in a cancellation fee.

6. Payment and Fees

You agree to pay all fees associated with the services you receive from Elite Dermatology Physicians. Payments for services will be made at the time of the appointment, unless other arrangements have been made. We accept payment through various methods, including insurance (if applicable) and other forms as specified on the Website.

For services not covered by insurance, you are responsible for payment in full. If there are any issues related to billing or insurance coverage, it is your responsibility to address them promptly.

7. Insurance and Health Plans

Elite Dermatology Physicians may accept a variety of insurance plans. However, it is your responsibility to verify whether our services are covered by your insurance provider. We are not responsible for any disputes regarding coverage, claims, or payment amounts between you and your insurance provider.

8. User Accounts

To access certain features of the Website, you may need to create a user account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information when registering an account.

• Be responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

• Notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account.

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account at any time, with or without cause, for any violation of these Terms.

9. Intellectual Property

All content on the Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Elite Dermatology Physicians or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the Website solely for personal, non-commercial purposes.

You agree not to:

• Reproduce, distribute, modify, or publicly display any content from the Website without our prior written permission.

• Use any automated system, such as bots or scrapers, to access the Website.

10. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Elite Dermatology Physicians. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Your interactions with these third parties are governed by their own terms and policies.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Elite Dermatology Physicians, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the Website or the services provided, whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other legal theory.

This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of profits, goodwill, use, data, or other intangible losses resulting from the use or inability to use the Website or services.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Elite Dermatology Physicians and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising out of:

• Your use of the Website or services.

• Your violation of these Terms.

• Your violation of any rights of another party, including intellectual property rights or privacy rights.

13. Changes to the Terms of Service

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. Your continued use of the Website after any modifications to the Terms constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically for updates.

14. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Website or our services at our sole discretion, without prior notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is otherwise harmful to us or other users.

15. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Connecticut, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Connecticut.

16. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the services provided by Elite Dermatology Physicians shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. Arbitration will take place in Connecticut unless both parties agree to a different location.

17. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms or your use of the Website, please contact us at:

Elite Dermatology Physicians
https://www.elitedermatologyphysicians.com/contact
203-842-2992
38 East Ave, New Canaan, CT 06840