Terms of Use
Please read these terms carefully before using jamesbarnesmd.com.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using jamesbarnesmd.com ("the Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the Site.
These terms apply to all visitors and users of the Site. We reserve the right to update or change these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
Not Medical Advice
The content on this website is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you read on this website.
If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Do not rely on this website in the event of a medical emergency.
Use of this Site does not create a physician-patient relationship between you and James Barnes, MD.
Permitted Use
You may use this Site for lawful, personal, non-commercial purposes only. You agree not to:
- Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
- Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, or otherwise exploit any part of the Site without express written permission
- Transmit any advertising or promotional material without our prior written consent
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or its related systems
- Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access or collect data from the Site in a manner that imposes an unreasonable load on our infrastructure
- Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the Site
Intellectual Property
All content on this Site — including text, graphics, photographs, videos, logos, and the overall design — is the property of James W. Barnes, MD or its content suppliers and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
You may view and print pages from the Site for your personal, non-commercial use only. Any other use requires our prior written permission.
Patient education content, blog posts ("The Bone Blog"), and videos are original works created for patient education. Please contact us before reproducing or citing this content.
Third-Party Links and Services
This Site contains links to third-party websites and services, including:
- An online appointment scheduling portal (operated by Tebra)
- Google Maps for location and directions
- Social media profiles (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)
- YouTube video content
- External health resources and professional profiles
These external sites are not under our control. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or accuracy of any third-party site. Inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement.
Accuracy of Information
We make reasonable efforts to ensure the content on this Site is accurate and up to date. However, we make no warranties or representations as to the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any content. Medical information may change, and we encourage you to consult a qualified healthcare provider for current guidance.
Practice information (office hours, location, accepted insurance plans) is subject to change. Please call our office to confirm current details before visiting.
Disclaimer of Warranties
This Site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
We do not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of viruses or other harmful components.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, James W. Barnes, MD, CH Orthopedics at Convergence Health, Convergence Health, and their respective affiliates, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of this Site or reliance on any content it contains.
Our total liability for any claim arising from your use of this Site shall not exceed $100.
Privacy
Your use of this Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy and HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms.
Accessibility
We are committed to making this website accessible to people with disabilities. If you experience any accessibility barriers, please review our Accessibility Statement or contact us directly.
Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of Arizona, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action arising from or related to these Terms shall be filed in the courts of Mohave County, Arizona.
Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms of Use, please contact:
James Barnes, MD
CH Orthopedics at Convergence Health
5601 HWY 95 N, Suite 714
Lake Havasu City, AZ 86404