General Educational Purpose
OldSmarts® University provides educational content and resources related to aging, wellness, planning, self-advocacy, and life navigation. All content is provided for general educational purposes only and is not medical care, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
No Medical Advice / No Physician–Patient Relationship
Content offered through OldSmarts® University:
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Does not constitute medical advice
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Does not establish a physician–patient relationship
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Does not replace consultation with licensed healthcare professionals
Participants should always seek the advice of their own healthcare providers regarding medical conditions, symptoms, diagnoses, or treatments.
Scope of Information
Educational materials may include:
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General information about aging and health topics
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High-level explanations of medical terminology or concepts
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Guidance on organization, planning, and communication
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Coaching related to goal-setting and decision preparation
Information is not individualized, not prescriptive, and not applied to personal medical circumstances.
Explicit Exclusions
OldSmarts® University does not provide:
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Medical evaluation or diagnosis
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Treatment recommendations
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Medication advice or adjustments
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Interpretation of laboratory results, imaging, or medical records
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Emergency or urgent medical guidance
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Mental health therapy or counseling
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Care coordination or case management
Relationship to Insurance & Medicare
OldSmarts® University content and programs:
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Are not covered by insurance
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Are not billed to Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, or commercial insurers
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Are not Medicare benefits or supplemental benefits
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Do not affect eligibility for insurance-covered services
No Guarantees
OldSmarts® University makes no guarantees regarding outcomes, health improvements, or results.
Any benefits obtained depend on individual circumstances, engagement, and independent decision-making.
Professional Responsibility
Participants acknowledge that they remain solely responsible for:
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Their healthcare decisions
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Seeking appropriate professional advice
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How information is interpreted and used
OldSmarts® University is not responsible for actions taken based on educational content.
Consumer Transparency Statement
OldSmarts® University content is designed to comply with applicable consumer protection standards enforced by the Federal Trade Commission and similar state authorities. Content is presented transparently, without guarantees or misleading claims.