Terms of Service

Please read these Terms of Service carefully before using BSS Alternative Wellness services. By accessing our platform, you agree to be bound by these terms.

Last updated: January 2024

Agreement to Terms

By using BSS Alternative Wellness services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

Service Description

Medical Consultation Services

BSS Alternative Wellness provides a platform that connects patients with Michigan-licensed healthcare providers for telephone medical marijuana consultations. Our services include:

  • Telephone consultations with licensed healthcare providers
  • Medical marijuana recommendation evaluations
  • Patient education and guidance
  • Secure appointment scheduling and management
  • HIPAA-compliant medical record management

Not Emergency Services

Our services are not intended for medical emergencies. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room immediately.

Eligibility and Requirements

Patient Eligibility

To use our services, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old (or have parental consent if a minor)
  • Be a legal resident of Michigan
  • Provide valid government-issued identification
  • Have a qualifying medical condition under Michigan law
  • Provide accurate and truthful medical information
  • Agree to follow all applicable laws and regulations

Account Responsibility

You are responsible for:

  • Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • All activities that occur under your account
  • Immediately notifying us of any unauthorized use
  • Providing accurate and current information

Medical Disclaimers and Limitations

Provider-Patient Relationship

BSS Alternative Wellness facilitates connections between patients and licensed healthcare providers. The provider-patient relationship is established directly between you and the healthcare provider, not with BSS Alternative Wellness. We do not practice medicine or provide medical advice.

No Guarantee of Recommendation

Important: Scheduling a consultation does not guarantee that you will receive a medical marijuana recommendation. Licensed providers make independent medical decisions based on your individual case and Michigan medical marijuana laws.

Limitation of Liability

BSS Alternative Wellness is not liable for:

  • Medical decisions made by healthcare providers
  • Outcomes of medical marijuana treatment
  • State licensing delays or denials
  • Changes in Michigan medical marijuana laws
  • Technical issues during telephone consultations

Payment Terms and Policies

Consultation Fees

Payment is required at the time of booking to secure your consultation appointment. Fees vary based on:

  • Type of consultation (initial or follow-up)
  • Provider selected
  • Additional services requested

Refund Policy

Refunds may be available in the following circumstances:

  • Cancellation with at least 24 hours advance notice
  • Technical issues preventing the consultation (at our discretion)
  • Provider unavailability requiring significant rescheduling

Refunds are not available if you do not qualify for a medical marijuana recommendation based on the provider's medical assessment.

Late Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made less than 24 hours before your scheduled appointment may result in forfeiture of consultation fees, except in cases of medical emergency.

Prohibited Uses and Conduct

You may not use our services to:

  • Provide false or misleading medical information
  • Attempt to obtain recommendations for non-qualifying conditions
  • Share your account access with others
  • Record consultations without provider consent
  • Engage in any illegal activities
  • Harass or abuse healthcare providers or staff
  • Attempt to hack, disrupt, or damage our platform
  • Use our services for any commercial purposes without authorization

Consequences of Violations

Violations of these terms may result in immediate suspension or termination of your account and forfeiture of any paid fees, without refund.

Technology Requirements

For Telephone Consultations

You are responsible for ensuring you have:

  • Reliable phone service
  • Working telephone with clear audio
  • Quiet, private space for the consultation
  • Ability to receive and make phone calls
  • Good lighting for visual identification

Technical Support

We provide basic technical support for accessing our platform. However, we are not responsible for issues related to your internet service, device compatibility, or other technical problems beyond our control.

Legal Compliance

Michigan Medical Marijuana Laws

All services are provided in compliance with Michigan medical marijuana laws. You are responsible for understanding and complying with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding medical marijuana use.

Changes in Law

We reserve the right to modify our services or these terms to comply with changes in applicable laws and regulations.

Reporting Requirements

We may be required to report certain information to state agencies as required by Michigan medical marijuana regulations.

Intellectual Property

All content on our platform, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of BSS Alternative Wellness or our licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our platform solely for personal medical consultation purposes.

Termination

Your Right to Terminate

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at (616) 712-6355 or through the account settings in our platform.

Our Right to Terminate

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for:

  • Violation of these Terms of Service
  • Fraudulent or illegal activity
  • Failure to pay consultation fees
  • Abuse of healthcare providers or staff
  • Providing false medical information

Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your access to the platform will cease, but medical records will be retained as required by law and medical record retention policies.

Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

BSS Alternative Wellness

Phone: (616) 712-6355

Email: legal@bssalternativewellness.com

Business Hours: Sunday-Friday, 10 AM - 10 PM

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. We will notify users of material changes through:

  • Email notifications to registered users
  • Prominent notices on our platform
  • Updates during scheduled consultations

Your continued use of our services after changes indicates acceptance of the updated terms.

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