WEBSITE USAGE POLICY
Advanced Orthopaedic Services (AOS)
Last updated: 5/22/2026
1. INTRODUCTION
This Website Usage Policy governs the use of the Advanced Orthopaedic Services (AOS) website and all related digital forms, including patient referral submissions, contact forms, and informational pages.
By accessing or using this website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.
If you do not agree with these terms, you should not use this website or submit any personal or medical information.
2. PURPOSE OF THIS WEBSITE
This website is intended to:
- Provide general information about orthopaedic rehabilitation services
- Enable patient referrals from physicians, hospitals, caregivers, and families
- Support coordination of in-home rehabilitation services
- Facilitate communication between referring parties and AOS care teams
This website is not intended for emergency medical use.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call emergency services immediately.
3. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER
All content provided on this website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
No provider-patient relationship is established through use of this website alone.
Final clinical evaluation, eligibility determination, and treatment decisions are made only by licensed healthcare professionals following proper assessment.
AOS does not guarantee acceptance of any referral submitted through this website. All referrals are subject to clinical review, eligibility verification, and service availability.
4. REFERRAL & INTAKE POLICY
By submitting a referral through this website, you acknowledge and agree that:
- Submission does not guarantee acceptance into services
- All referrals are reviewed for clinical appropriateness
- Insurance verification and eligibility checks may be required before initiation of services
- AOS reserves the right to accept or decline any referral based on clinical judgment, capacity, or coverage limitations
- Additional information may be requested before intake approval
Once a referral is submitted, AOS may contact the patient, caregiver, or referring party to complete coordination and scheduling.
5. USE OF INFORMATION
AOS collects limited personal and health-related information through referral and contact forms, which may include:
- Patient identification details (name, contact information, address)
- Clinical information (diagnosis, mobility status, surgical history)
- Insurance details (when provided)
- Referrer information
This information is used strictly for:
- Care coordination
- Eligibility verification
- Service scheduling
- Communication with patients, caregivers, and referring providers
- Internal clinical processing
AOS does not sell, rent, or trade personal or medical information.
6. DATA PROTECTION & SECURITY
AOS takes reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect submitted information against unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure.
Access to patient and referral data is restricted to authorized personnel involved in care coordination and clinical operations.
While we implement security measures, no digital transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.
7. COMMUNICATION CONSENT
By submitting a referral or contacting AOS through this website, you consent to being contacted via:
- Phone calls
- Email communication
- Text messages (SMS), where applicable
This communication may relate to:
- Referral processing
- Appointment scheduling
- Insurance verification
- Care coordination updates
You may request limitations on communication methods where applicable.
8. COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
This website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve performance, user experience, and website functionality.
Cookies may collect non-personal data such as:
- Browser type
- Device type
- Website usage behavior
- Pages visited
Users may disable cookies through their browser settings, although some website features may not function properly as a result.
9. ACCEPTABLE USE
Users agree not to:
- Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent referrals
- Misuse or attempt to disrupt website functionality
- Attempt unauthorized access to systems or data
- Use the website for unlawful purposes
- Misrepresent identity when submitting referrals
AOS reserves the right to restrict access to users who violate these terms.
10. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
This website may integrate third-party services such as:
- Hosting providers
- Form processing tools
- Analytics platforms
- Communication systems
AOS is not responsible for the privacy practices or policies of third-party providers.
11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
AOS is not liable for:
- Any delays in service initiation
- Referral outcomes or acceptance decisions
- Technical interruptions or website downtime
- Unauthorized access beyond reasonable security control measures
Use of this website is at your own discretion and risk.
12. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All content on this website, including text, branding, design, and materials, is the property of Advanced Orthopaedic Services unless otherwise stated.
No content may be copied, reproduced, or distributed without prior written permission.
13. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
AOS reserves the right to update or modify this Website Usage Policy at any time without prior notice.
Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any updated terms.
14. CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions regarding this policy or website usage:
Advanced Orthopaedic Services (AOS)
Mailing Address: 1266 West Paces Ferry Road NW Suite 664, Atlanta, Georgia 30327
Phone: +1 (404) 467-7780
Email: mcarsonaos@comcast.net
Website: https://aosatg.com/