MAPA Terms of Use, Terms of Sale, Privacy Policy, & Events

Terms and Conditions

These Terms and Conditions, along with all other legal documents incorporated by reference (collectively, the “Terms”), constitute the legal contract between each end user (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and the Michigan Academy of Physician Associates (“MAPA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) regarding your access to and use of MAPA’s services through its internet properties. These include, without limitation, MAPA-operated websites, online platforms, member portals, social media profiles, mobile websites, mobile applications, software, services, products, tools, materials, content, and any other digital or electronic services operated or used by MAPA from time to time (collectively, the “Site(s)”).

Privacy Policy

The Michigan Academy of Physician Associates (“MAPA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to explaining how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide to us through our internet properties. These properties include MAPA’s websites, online platforms, digital services (including any SMS offerings), microsites, mobile applications, social media profiles, software, services, products, tools, materials, and any other officially operated digital properties (collectively, the “Site(s)” or “Services”).

End User License Agreement

IMPORTANT — THIS IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT between each end user (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and the Michigan Academy of Physician Associates (“MAPA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) governing your access to and use of MAPA’s products, services, software, functionality, and materials provided through its online platforms, digital tools, mobile applications, and any related versions thereof (collectively, the “MAPA Digital Platform”).

Please read this End User License Agreement (“EULA”) carefully. MAPA licenses the use of the MAPA Digital Platform only on the condition that you accept and agree to all terms and conditions contained herein. If you do not agree to this EULA, you are not permitted to access or use the MAPA Digital Platform and must discontinue use immediately.

Terms of Sale

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) apply to the purchase and sale of products and services offered through the Michigan Academy of Physician Associates via MAPA’s internet properties, including MAPA-operated websites, online platforms, mobile applications, and any other digital services, microsites, software, tools, materials, content, or information operated or used by MAPA from time to time (collectively, the “Site”).

Community Guidelines

The Community Guidelines apply to all User-generated content posted on MAPA’s network of websites, online discussion spaces, member forums, social media profiles, and other interactive platforms officially maintained and operated by the Michigan Academy of Physician Associates (collectively, the “Site(s)”).

SMS/Text Messaging

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) apply to the SMS/text messaging programs offered by the Michigan Academy of Physician Associates (“MAPA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) through MAPA-operated websites, online properties, social media profiles, mobile applications, and other digital platforms or services (collectively, the “Site”).
 

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern the purchase and sale of products, services, memberships, event registrations, and other offerings made available through the Michigan Academy of Physician Associates (“MAPA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) via MAPA’s websites, digital platforms, event systems, and any other online tools or services (collectively, the “Site”). By purchasing through the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. MAPA may modify these Terms at any time, and the most recent version will be posted on the Site. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

1. Relation to Site Terms of Use

These Terms operate in conjunction with MAPA’s Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Before placing any order through the Site, you should review all applicable MAPA policies.

2. Order Acceptance and Cancellation

Your order constitutes an offer to purchase, under these Terms, the products or services listed in your order. MAPA must accept your order before a binding contract is formed. We may accept or decline any order at our sole discretion. Once we receive your order, we will send a confirmation email containing your order number and order details. Acceptance of your order occurs only upon MAPA’s approval. After acceptance, all orders are non-refundable.

3. Membership Purchases and MAPA Governance

By submitting payment for MAPA membership, you are applying to join under one of MAPA’s membership categories. If accepted, you agree to adhere to MAPA’s Bylaws, Code of Conduct, and all applicable policies. MAPA reserves the right to discipline, suspend, or revoke membership in accordance with those policies.

4. MAPA Membership Categories

MAPA currently offers the following membership types:

• Fellow – Certified or licensed physician associates practicing in Michigan.
• 1st-Year Fellow – Physician associates in their first year after graduation.
• Student – Individuals enrolled in an accredited PA program.
• Associate – PAs residing outside Michigan or otherwise ineligible for Fellow status.
• Affiliate – Individuals who are not PAs (including pre-PA students) with a professional or academic interest in the PA profession.
• Retired – PAs who have retired from professional practice.
• Honorary – Members recognized for distinguished service; dues are waived.

Membership eligibility requirements and dues rates are set by the MAPA Board of Directors and may change at any time.

5. Prices and Payment Terms

All posted prices for membership, event registrations, products, or services are subject to change without notice. The price in effect when your order is submitted will be the price reflected in your confirmation email. Prices do not include applicable taxes or processing fees unless stated otherwise.

Payment must be received before MAPA accepts an order. MAPA accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. By submitting payment, you confirm that:

• The payment information you provide is accurate and complete;
• You are authorized to use the payment method provided;
• The charges will be honored by your payment provider; and
• You agree to pay all applicable charges, including taxes and fees.

6. Returns and Refunds

All accepted orders — including MAPA membership purchases — are non-returnable and non-refundable unless expressly stated otherwise by MAPA.

7. Membership Changes and Upgrades

Members may request to change or upgrade their membership category, subject to MAPA’s approval and applicable dues. If changing to a category with higher dues, the member will pay the applicable difference. Downgrades do not result in refunds of previously paid dues.

8. Event, Conference, and CME Registrations

Event, conference, and CME registrations are subject to MAPA’s event-specific terms, including fees, scheduling, content, and eligibility requirements. MAPA reserves the right to modify event formats, safety protocols, or program features at any time. Unless otherwise stated, registrations are non-transferable and non-refundable.

9. Auto-Renewal of Membership (If Selected)

Members who elect auto-renewal authorize MAPA to automatically charge their payment method for annual membership dues at the then-current rate. This authorization remains in effect until the member cancels auto-renewal or their membership. If a payment method is declined, the member must provide a new eligible payment method or membership may be canceled.

10. Tax Information

MAPA membership dues are not tax-deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. They may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses, subject to general IRS limitations, including restrictions related to MAPA’s lobbying activities. MAPA will annually disclose the portion of dues attributable to lobbying, if applicable.

11. Donations and Voluntary Contributions

Any voluntary contributions to the PAMPAC or MAPA-affiliated programs are subject to separate terms. Unless explicitly stated, such contributions are optional, non-refundable, and generally not tax-deductible as charitable donations.

12. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms or any MAPA purchase, please contact:

Michigan Academy of Physician Associates
Email: info@michiganpa.org
Website: www.michiganpa.org

The Michigan Academy of Physician Associates (“MAPA,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. It is committed to explaining how we collect and use the information you provide to us through our internet properties, including without limitation MAPA-operated websites, digital platforms, social media profiles, mobile services, applications, newsletters, and any other digital or electronic services officially operated or used by MAPA from time to time (collectively, the “Site(s)” or “Services”).

This Privacy Policy describes MAPA’s practices regarding personal information we collect and process in connection with your relationship with us (the “Services”), including data we obtain through visits to and use of the digital properties that link to this Privacy Policy (the “Site(s)”). We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and safeguard information about you.

Your use of the Site(s) is subject to MAPA’s Terms & Conditions, Community Guidelines, and any legal notices provided during your use of the Services. All capitalized terms not defined in this Privacy Policy shall have the meaning given in the Terms & Conditions.

1. Changes to the Privacy Policy

As MAPA, our membership, and our products and services evolve, this Privacy Policy may also change. We reserve the right to amend the Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. If material changes are made, we will notify you by posting the revised Privacy Policy on the Site(s). Your continued use of the Site(s) after a revised Privacy Policy is posted constitutes your acknowledgement of the changes.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us Directly

We may collect information that identifies or relates to you—such as your name, mailing address, phone number, and email address—when you interact with our Site(s). Examples include applying for MAPA membership, registering for a MAPA event, or purchasing MAPA products or services.

The information collected may include:

• Contact information
• Birthdate
• Billing, payment, or delivery information
• Professional certification or credentialing data
• Employment and education information
• Professional standing or licensure information

Usage and Interaction Data

As you use the Site(s), we or our third-party partners may collect information such as:

• IP address
• Browser and device type
• Search terms used
• Site usage patterns
• Information entered into forms
• Date and time of interactions
• Referral pages
• Location data

This data may be collected through cookies, tags, or similar technologies.

Additional Information

MAPA may obtain information from third parties and combine or use it to update the information we maintain about you.

3. Information We Do Not Collect

Health Information

We do not knowingly collect individually identifiable patient health information. As a healthcare provider or individual working in health settings, you are responsible for complying with HIPAA and other federal or state privacy laws when using MAPA’s Site(s) or Services. We strongly discourage disclosing any identifiable patient health information on our Site(s).

4. How We Use Information

We may use your personal information for purposes including, but not limited to:

• Providing service and transactional communications
• Responding to inquiries
• Delivering and processing surveys
• Operating, personalizing, and improving the Site(s) and Services
• Delivering MAPA products and services
• Sending marketing or promotional communications (email or, where opted in, SMS)
• Internal analytics
• Legal compliance and security
• Fraud detection and prevention
• Any purpose disclosed at the time of collection or with your consent

5. How We Share Information

Membership Directories and Registration Lists

As a professional organization, MAPA may publish certain information you provide in directories, event registration lists, member rosters, or similar (“Directory Lists”). Sensitive information (e.g., financial data, Social Security numbers) will not be included. Members can update or correct Directory List information by adjusting their user profile preferences or contacting MAPA.

Fulfillment with Business Partners

We may share personal information with trusted business partners who help us deliver MAPA services, process payments, host events, provide legislative or regulatory support, or offer products and services that may be of interest to you.

Service Providers

Companies providing services on our behalf—such as mailing, event registration, payment processing, printing, analytics, and customer service—may receive personal information necessary to perform those services.

When Legally Necessary

MAPA may disclose information:

• To comply with legal requirements
• To protect MAPA’s rights or property
• To protect member or public safety

Other Sharing

We may share information as part of a merger, acquisition, asset transfer, or bankruptcy.

Usage and Interaction Data

MAPA may permit third parties to collect Usage and Interaction Data via cookies, pixels, or similar tracking technologies to analyze website interaction or deliver targeted advertising. Identifiable personal information (such as your name or email) is not shared with these third parties unless explicitly disclosed.

De-Identified and Aggregated Data

We may use or share aggregated or de-identified data without limitation.

6. Site Use

International Use

MAPA’s Site(s) are intended for U.S. users. If you access them from outside the U.S., you acknowledge that your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States.

Children Under 13

Our Site(s) are not intended for children under age 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them.

Links to Other Sites

MAPA is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites or social platforms linked from our Site(s). You should review the privacy policies of those websites before providing personal information.

7. Information Security

MAPA implements commercially reasonable security measures to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

8. Communications & Choice

a. Access to Account

Registered users may access or update their information through the “Member Compass™” section of the MAPA website or by contacting us.

b. Opt-In

Users may opt in to receive MAPA text messages. Email preferences may be managed within Member Compass™.

c. Opt-Out

Users may unsubscribe from promotional emails through the “unsubscribe” link or within account preferences.
Transactional emails (e.g., order confirmations) may still be sent as permitted by law.

d. Digital Advertising

MAPA may work with advertising partners using cookies or similar tools to deliver personalized ads. Users may opt out through the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) tools.

e. Analytics

MAPA may work with analytics providers such as Google Analytics or other similar platforms to evaluate Site performance.

9. Data Retention and Account Termination

Information may be stored in the United States and retained as permitted by law. Even after account termination, MAPA may retain certain data for legal, operational, or archival purposes.

10. You have rights under the GDPR:

• to access your personal data
• to be provided with information about how your personal data is processed
• to have your personal data corrected
• to have your personal data erased in certain circumstances
• to object to or restrict how your personal data is processed
• to have your personal data transferred to yourself or to another business in certain circumstances.

 

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or MAPA’s handling of personal information, please contact:

Michigan Academy of Physician Associates

N83W13410 Leon Road

Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

53051

United States

+1 (517) 318-0511