Terms of Service
Last Updated: March 1, 2026
Welcome to MedCompare. By accessing or using our website at medcompare.co, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you disagree with any part of these terms, please do not use our service.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using MedCompare, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access the site.
Description of Service
MedCompare is a healthcare price transparency tool that aggregates and displays publicly available hospital pricing data. We provide this information to help patients research and compare cash prices for medical procedures. We are not a healthcare provider, insurance company, or medical billing service.
Medical Disclaimer
MedCompare does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All pricing information is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for medical decisions.
Accuracy of Pricing Information
While we strive to provide accurate and current data, we cannot guarantee the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the pricing information displayed. Prices are subject to change without notice and may vary based on:
- Individual patient circumstances and insurance coverage
- Hospital billing policies and negotiated rates
- Additional services or complications that may arise
- Geographic location and local market conditions
- Date of service vs. date of data collection
Always verify pricing directly with the healthcare provider before scheduling or receiving care.
Data Sources
Pricing data displayed on MedCompare is sourced from hospital price transparency files published pursuant to the federal Hospital Price Transparency Rule (45 CFR § 180). This data is publicly available and required to be published by hospitals. MedCompare aggregates, normalizes, and presents this data but does not create or modify the underlying pricing information.
Permitted Use
You may use MedCompare for personal, non-commercial research purposes. You agree not to:
- Scrape, crawl, or systematically download data from the site
- Use the site for commercial data resale or redistribution
- Attempt to interfere with or disrupt the site's infrastructure
- Use the site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
- Transmit harmful, offensive, or unlawful content
Intellectual Property
The MedCompare name, logo, site design, and original content are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. The underlying hospital pricing data is publicly available government-mandated information. You may not copy, reproduce, or redistribute MedCompare's site design, code, or presentation without written permission.
Advertising
MedCompare displays advertisements served by Google AdSense. These ads are clearly labeled and help support the free operation of this service. We do not control the content of third-party ads. Ad personalization is only enabled with your explicit cookie consent.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, MedCompare and its operators shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this service — including but not limited to reliance on pricing information for healthcare decisions.
Disclaimer of Warranties
MedCompare is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
Third-Party Links
Our site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or accuracy of any third-party site. Links do not constitute an endorsement.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of the United States.
Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at info@medcompare.co.