Introduction
This Care Team Member Agreement ("Agreement") governs your access to and use of health information shared with you through the myCARI mobile application (the "App") as a care team member.
By accepting an invitation to join a care team and checking the acceptance checkbox, you agree to be bound by this Agreement.
Definitions
- Primary User: The myCARI account holder (patient/subscriber) who has invited you to their care team
- Care Team Member: You, the individual accepting this Agreement to access a Primary User's health information
- Protected Health Information (PHI): Any individually identifiable health information about the Primary User
- Care Team: The group of individuals authorized by the Primary User to access their health information
Your Role as a Care Team Member
Purpose of Access
You are being granted access to the Primary User's health information for the purpose of:
- Providing care, support, or assistance to the Primary User
- Coordinating health-related activities
- Monitoring health status and medications
- Communicating about health matters
- Assisting with health management tasks
Types of Care Team Members
| Role | Typical Examples |
|---|
| Family Member | Spouse, adult child, parent, sibling |
| Friend/Neighbor | Trusted individuals providing informal support |
| Professional Caregiver | Home health aides, nurses, care coordinators |
| Healthcare Provider | Doctors, nurses, therapists (informal access) |
Access and Permissions
Permission Levels
The Primary User controls what information you can access:
| Permission Level | What You Can See |
|---|
| Basic | Medications, appointments, emergency alerts |
| Full | All health data including vitals, medical records, and history |
| Professional | Full access with enhanced audit logging |
Access Limitations
- You can only access information the Primary User has authorized
- Permission levels can be changed or revoked by the Primary User at any time
- Some features may be restricted based on your permission level
- You cannot modify the Primary User's health records (view-only access unless otherwise specified)
Your Responsibilities
Confidentiality
By accepting this Agreement, you agree to:
- Keep information confidential: Do not share the Primary User's health information with anyone not authorized by the Primary User
- Use information appropriately: Only access health information for legitimate caregiving purposes related to the Primary User's care
- Protect access credentials: Keep your myCARI account secure and do not share your login credentials
- Report concerns: Immediately report any suspected unauthorized access or security breaches
Appropriate Use
You agree to:
- Only view health information when necessary for caregiving purposes
- Not use health information for personal gain or advantage
- Not discuss the Primary User's health information in public or unsecured settings
- Not take screenshots or photographs of health information unless authorized
- Delete any copies of health information when no longer needed
Prohibited Actions
You agree NOT to:
- Share the Primary User's health information with unauthorized individuals
- Access health information out of curiosity rather than necessity
- Use health information to discriminate against or harm the Primary User
- Sell, trade, or otherwise monetize health information
- Use health information for marketing or commercial purposes
- Continue accessing information after your caregiving role ends
Messaging Guidelines
Appropriate Communication
When using myCARI messaging features:
- Keep messages focused on health and caregiving topics
- Communicate respectfully and professionally
- Respond promptly to health-related messages when possible
- Use secure messaging within the App rather than external channels for PHI
Message Retention
- Messages are stored securely for care coordination
- Messages may be retained for HIPAA compliance even after deletion
- Your messages are visible to the Primary User and other authorized care team members
- Group chat messages are visible to all group members
Prohibited Content
Do not send messages containing:
- Harassment, abuse, or threatening language
- Spam or commercial solicitation
- Content unrelated to the Primary User's care
- Sensitive information that should be discussed in person
Audit Logging and Monitoring
What We Log
For HIPAA compliance and the Primary User's protection, we log:
- When you access health information
- What types of information you view
- Messages you send and receive
- Login times and locations
- Any changes you make (if editing is permitted)
Primary User Visibility
The Primary User can see:
- When you last accessed their health information
- General access patterns and frequency
- A summary of your care team activity
Audit Retention
- Access logs are retained for a minimum of 6 years
- Logs may be reviewed in case of suspected misuse
- Logs may be disclosed in response to legal process
Term and Termination
Duration
This Agreement is effective from when you accept it and continues until:
- The Primary User removes you from their care team
- You leave the care team voluntarily
- Your myCARI account is terminated
- The Primary User's myCARI account is deleted
Voluntary Departure
You may leave a care team at any time by:
- Using the "Leave Care Team" option in the App
- Contacting us at support@carihealth.ai
Removal by Primary User
The Primary User may remove you from their care team at any time, for any reason, without notice.
Effect of Termination
Upon termination of your care team membership:
- Your access to the Primary User's health information ends immediately
- You must delete any copies of health information you may have
- Your confidentiality obligations continue indefinitely
- Audit logs of your access are retained
Legal Acknowledgments
Not a Healthcare Provider Relationship
- This Agreement does not create a healthcare provider-patient relationship
- You are not acting as the Primary User's healthcare provider through myCARI
- You should encourage the Primary User to consult healthcare professionals for medical decisions
HIPAA Acknowledgment
You acknowledge and understand that:
- The Primary User's health information is protected under HIPAA and state privacy laws
- Unauthorized disclosure of health information may violate federal and state law
- You may be personally liable for unauthorized disclosures
- We may report violations to appropriate authorities
Liability
- You are responsible for your actions as a care team member
- You agree to indemnify MLPipes LLC for any claims arising from your misuse of health information
- We are not liable for actions taken based on health information you access
Electronic Signature
By checking the acceptance checkbox when joining a care team, you are providing your electronic signature pursuant to the Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act (E-SIGN Act) and the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA).
Your consent record includes:
- Your email address
- Your unique user ID
- Timestamp of acceptance
- The Primary User who invited you
- Version of this Agreement you accepted
- Your IP address and device identifier
Changes to This Agreement
We may update this Agreement to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements:
- We will notify you of material changes via the App or email
- Your continued participation as a care team member after notification constitutes acceptance
- You may leave the care team if you do not agree to changes
Contact Information
For questions about this Agreement:
MLPipes LLC
Acknowledgment
By checking the acceptance checkbox, you acknowledge that:
- You have read and understand this Care Team Member Agreement
- You agree to maintain the confidentiality of the Primary User's health information
- You will only access health information for legitimate caregiving purposes
- You understand your access is logged and auditable
- You understand the Primary User can revoke your access at any time
- You understand your confidentiality obligations continue even after access ends
- You are at least 18 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction)
Quick Reference: Do's and Don'ts
DO:
- Keep health information confidential
- Access only what you need for caregiving
- Report security concerns immediately
- Communicate respectfully in messages
- Log out when not using the App
- Delete health information copies when no longer needed
DON'T:
- Share health information with unauthorized people
- Access information out of curiosity
- Take screenshots without authorization
- Discuss health information in public places
- Continue accessing after your role ends
- Use information for personal gain