These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the River’s Bend, P.C. website at riversbendpc.com. By using this website, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the website.

Website Information Only

The information on this website is provided for general educational and informational purposes. Website content is not a substitute for professional medical, psychiatric, psychological, substance use disorder, or other health care advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek advice from a qualified health care professional regarding questions about your health or treatment.

No Emergency or Crisis Services Through the Website

Do not use website forms, email, or social media to seek emergency or crisis care. If you or someone else may be in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. In the United States, you may also call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

No Provider-Patient Relationship Created by Website Use

Viewing this website, sending a message through a website form, subscribing to a newsletter, or communicating with River’s Bend through general website channels does not by itself create a provider-patient relationship. A treatment relationship begins only after River’s Bend completes applicable intake, consent, and clinical processes and accepts you for services.

Website Communications

River’s Bend makes reasonable efforts to respond to website inquiries, but response times are not guaranteed. Do not rely on website communications for time-sensitive clinical needs. Information submitted through the website is handled in accordance with our Website Privacy Policy and, when applicable, our Notice of Privacy Practices.

Accuracy and Availability

River’s Bend works to keep website information accurate and current, but we do not guarantee that all content is complete, error-free, or current at all times. Programs, clinicians, availability, insurance participation, office hours, and services may change without notice. We may modify, suspend, or discontinue website features at any time.

Insurance and Benefits Information

References to insurance acceptance or coverage are general information only and are not a guarantee of payment or benefits. Coverage depends on your specific plan, eligibility, medical necessity requirements, deductibles, copayments, coinsurance, authorization requirements, and other plan terms. You are responsible for confirming coverage and financial responsibility with your insurer and River’s Bend.

Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, the website and its original text, graphics, logos, photographs, videos, downloads, and other content are owned by or licensed to River’s Bend and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may view or print content for personal, noncommercial use. You may not reproduce, republish, modify, distribute, sell, or commercially exploit website content without permission.

Acceptable Use

You agree not to misuse the website or attempt to interfere with its operation or security. Prohibited activities include unauthorized access, introducing malicious code, automated scraping that materially burdens the site, impersonating another person, submitting unlawful or abusive content, or using the website in violation of applicable law.

Third-Party Links and Services

The website may link to third-party websites or services for convenience. River’s Bend does not control and is not responsible for third-party content, privacy practices, security, accessibility, or availability. A link does not necessarily constitute an endorsement.

Privacy

Your use of the website is also subject to our Website Privacy Policy. Health information handled by River’s Bend may also be subject to the River’s Bend Notice of Privacy Practices and other confidentiality laws.

Accessibility

River’s Bend is committed to improving access to its website for people with disabilities. See our Accessibility Statement for information about accessibility efforts and how to request assistance or an alternative format.

Disclaimer of Warranties

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. River’s Bend does not make warranties regarding uninterrupted access, error-free operation, or the suitability of website content for a particular purpose. Nothing in these Terms limits rights that cannot lawfully be waived.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, River’s Bend is not liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or similar damages arising from use of or inability to use the website. This limitation does not apply where prohibited by law and does not limit liability for professional services governed by separate clinical agreements and applicable law.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Michigan and applicable federal law, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Venue for disputes concerning website use will lie in a court of competent jurisdiction in Michigan unless applicable law requires otherwise.

Changes to These Terms

River’s Bend may update these Terms of Use from time to time. The Effective Date will be revised when changes are posted. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms to the extent permitted by law.

Contact

River’s Bend, P.C.  |  Troy: 550 Stephenson Highway, Suite 200, Troy, MI 48083, (248) 585-3239  |  West Bloomfield: 7125 Orchard Lake Road, Suite 110, West Bloomfield, MI 48322, (248) 702-6132

Email: [email protected]  |  Website: www.riversbendpc.com