Terms of Use

Medical Disclaimer
This website provides general health information and access to personal medical records. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Use of this site does not establish a physician-patient relationship.

Patient Portal Use
Access to the patient portal is governed by HIPAA and other applicable privacy laws. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials. Unauthorized access or misuse of the portal may result in termination of access and legal action.

Privacy and Data Security
We take your privacy seriously. All personal health information is protected under HIPAA. Please refer to our Notice of Privacy Practices for details. We use secure encryption and authentication protocols to protect your data.

Online Payments
Payment processing is handled through secure third-party systems. Columbia Nephrology is not liable for any issues arising from third-party payment platforms. Please contact our billing department for any concerns.

User Responsibilities
You agree not to:
- Share your login credentials.
- Use the site for unlawful or harmful purposes.
- Attempt to access other users' data.
- Upload malicious software or content.

Third-Party Links
Links to external websites are provided for convenience. Columbia Nephrology does not endorse or assume responsibility for the content or privacy practices of third-party sites.

Intellectual Property
All content on this site, including educational materials, graphics, images, links, and branding, is the property of Columbia Nephrology Associates or its respective licensors, partners, or affiliates. Any third-party or affiliated content remains the property of its original owner, and unauthorized use of any content is strictly prohibited.

Limitation of Liability
Columbia Nephrology is not liable for any damages resulting from your use of the site, including data loss, unauthorized access, or service interruptions.

Modifications
We reserve the right to update these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of South Carolina.

Contact Us
For questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact:
Columbia Nephrology Associates
121 Park Place Ct, Columbia, SC 29203