1. Introduction
Welcome to the ELS MQSA CME Compliance Platform. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our platform, including any associated services, features, content, or applications (collectively, the "Service").
2. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you are using the Service on behalf of a facility or organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms.
3. Service Description
The Service is designed to help mammography facilities and their staff track and maintain compliance with MQSA CME requirements. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, you are ultimately responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable MQSA regulations.
4. User Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and current information about staff CME credits and certifications
- Protect account credentials and control access to the Service
- Ensure all uploaded documents are authentic and accurate
- Comply with HIPAA and other applicable healthcare regulations
- Promptly report any security concerns or unauthorized access
5. Data Privacy and Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data. However, you are responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of login credentials
- Ensuring appropriate access controls within your organization
- Properly handling any protected health information
- Complying with all applicable privacy laws and regulations
6. Compliance Records
While we provide tools for tracking and maintaining compliance records:
- You are responsible for maintaining required documentation
- Our Service should not be the sole repository of your compliance records
- You should maintain appropriate backups of critical documentation
- We are not responsible for any compliance failures or penalties
7. Service Availability and Updates
We strive to maintain high availability of the Service, but:
- May perform scheduled maintenance with advance notice
- Cannot guarantee uninterrupted access to the Service
- May update features to reflect regulatory changes
- Will provide notice of significant platform changes
8. Termination
Either party may terminate service with proper notice. Upon termination:
- You will receive your compliance data in a standard format
- You must transition to alternative compliance tracking methods
- We will retain records as required by applicable regulations
- You remain responsible for maintaining compliance
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
While we strive to provide accurate information and reliable service:
- We do not guarantee MQSA compliance
- You are responsible for verifying all compliance requirements
- The Service is provided "as is" without warranties
- We are not responsible for regulatory changes or interpretations
10. Limitation of Liability
Our liability is limited to the extent permitted by law. We are not liable for:
- Compliance violations or penalties
- Lost or corrupted data
- Service interruptions
- Indirect or consequential damages
11. Changes to Terms
We may update these Terms to reflect changes in our Service or regulations. We will provide notice of material changes, and your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.
12. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms or the Service, please contact our support team. For urgent compliance matters, please contact your MQSA inspector or the FDA directly.
Last updated: February 25, 2025