Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2026

Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using Care Quality Compare, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access our website.

Description of Service

Care Quality Compare provides information about Medicare-certified home health agencies based on publicly available data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Our service is intended for informational purposes only.

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT:

  • The service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
  • The information provided is accurate, complete, or current
  • Any errors in the service will be corrected

Not Medical Advice

Important: The information on Care Quality Compare is for general informational purposes only and is NOT intended to be medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment recommendations. The quality ratings and metrics displayed are based on historical data and may not reflect current conditions.

Always consult with qualified healthcare professionals when making decisions about home health care services. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it based on information you read on this website.

Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL CARE QUALITY COMPARE, ITS OPERATORS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Decisions made based on information provided on the website
  • Any errors or omissions in content
  • Unauthorized access to or use of our servers
  • Any interruption or cessation of service

Data Accuracy

We strive to provide accurate information sourced from official CMS data. However:

  • Data may be outdated as it reflects historical reporting periods
  • Agency information may have changed since last data update
  • Quality ratings are based on specific metrics that may not capture all aspects of care
  • Some agencies may be missing or have incomplete information

We recommend contacting agencies directly to verify current information before making any decisions.

Intellectual Property

The website design, logos, and original content are the property of Care Quality Compare. The underlying data is sourced from CMS and is in the public domain.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these external sites.

Modifications to Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the service at any time without notice. We shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the service.

Changes to Terms

We may revise these Terms of Service at any time. By continuing to use the website after changes become effective, you agree to be bound by 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 its conflict of law provisions.

Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us through our website.