Effective Date: September 15, 2026
Welcome to the Carolina Nephrology, P.A. website. These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of our website, online services, forms, and electronic communications, including SMS/text messaging services.
By accessing or using this website or voluntarily opting in to receive communications from Carolina Nephrology, P.A., you acknowledge and agree to these Terms.
Website Use
The information provided on this website is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified healthcare professional regarding questions about a medical condition or treatment. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Carolina Nephrology, P.A. makes reasonable efforts to maintain accurate and current information on this website; however, we do not guarantee that all information will always be complete, accurate, or current.
SMS/Text Messaging Terms
Carolina Nephrology, P.A. may offer SMS/text messaging to patients and other individuals who voluntarily provide a mobile telephone number and consent to receive text messages from us.
By opting in to receive SMS messages from Carolina Nephrology, P.A., you consent to receive healthcare and service-related text messages at the mobile telephone number you provided.
Messages may include, but are not limited to:
- Appointment confirmations and reminders
- Appointment scheduling or rescheduling communications
- Office and service-related notifications
- Patient account or administrative notifications
- Follow-up communications
- General patient service communications
- Other healthcare-related information you have requested or consented to receive
Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply.
Your wireless carrier’s standard messaging and data rates may apply to messages sent or received in connection with our SMS program.
SMS Consent
Participation in our SMS messaging program is voluntary. By providing your mobile number and opting in to SMS communications, you authorize Carolina Nephrology, P.A. to send text messages to the number provided.
Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of receiving medical care or other services from Carolina Nephrology, P.A.
You are responsible for providing a valid mobile telephone number and for notifying us if your mobile number changes.
Opting Out of SMS Messages
You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to a message received from Carolina Nephrology, P.A.
After submitting a STOP request, you may receive a final confirmation message acknowledging your request. You will no longer receive SMS messages associated with the applicable messaging program unless you subsequently opt in again.
SMS Help and Support
For assistance with SMS communications, reply HELP to a message received from Carolina Nephrology, P.A.
You may also contact Carolina Nephrology directly through the contact information provided on our website for additional assistance.
Message Delivery
Wireless carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. Message delivery is subject to effective transmission by your wireless service provider and is outside the complete control of Carolina Nephrology, P.A.
SMS messaging may not be available through all mobile carriers or in all geographic areas.
Privacy and Mobile Information
Carolina Nephrology, P.A. respects your privacy and takes reasonable measures to protect the personal information you provide to us.
Mobile information, including mobile telephone numbers and SMS opt-in consent information, will not be sold or shared with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes.
SMS opt-in data and consent will not be shared with third parties for their marketing or promotional purposes.
For additional information about how Carolina Nephrology, P.A. collects, uses, and protects information, please review our Privacy Policy.
SMS Is Not for Emergencies
SMS communications should not be used for medical emergencies, urgent medical concerns, or situations requiring immediate medical attention.
If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately or go to the nearest emergency department.
Do not rely on SMS communications for time-sensitive medical advice or urgent communications with your healthcare provider.
Security of Electronic Communications
Although Carolina Nephrology, P.A. takes reasonable measures to protect patient information, standard SMS/text messaging may not always be a secure or encrypted method of communication.
By voluntarily opting in to SMS communications, you acknowledge that text messages may be accessible to anyone who has access to your mobile device or wireless account.
Patients should avoid sending highly sensitive medical, financial, or personal information through standard text messaging unless specifically instructed to do so through an approved secure communication method.
Third-Party Services
Our website or electronic communications may contain links to third-party websites, applications, payment processors, patient portals, mapping services, or other external resources.
Carolina Nephrology, P.A. is not responsible for the content, security, availability, or privacy practices of third-party websites or services. Your use of third-party services may be governed by their own terms and privacy policies.
Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, the content of this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, design elements, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to Carolina Nephrology, P.A. and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
Website content may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, modified, or used for commercial purposes without prior written authorization.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Carolina Nephrology, P.A. is not responsible for damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this website or its electronic communication services, including interruptions, transmission delays, technical errors, or unauthorized access beyond our reasonable control.
Nothing contained in these Terms is intended to limit any rights or protections that cannot legally be limited under applicable law.
Changes to These Terms
Carolina Nephrology, P.A. reserves the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time.
Changes will become effective when the revised Terms are posted on this website. We encourage users to periodically review this page for updates.
Contact Carolina Nephrology
If you have questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, our SMS messaging practices, or your communications preferences, please contact Carolina Nephrology, P.A. using the contact information provided on our website contact page.
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For information regarding our privacy practices and the handling of personal information, please review our Privacy Policy.
