Refund Policy
INTRODUCTION
“JOPANA Healthcare Technology Pvt Ltd” ("Company", "we", "us" or "JOPANA") owns and operates a digital healthcare technology platform accessible via mobile app and/or website/Portal (the "Digital Platform"). JOPANA bridges the gap between patients and healthcare professionals through advanced AI technology, empowering doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, and caretakers to deliver high-quality medical care directly to patients' homes. for temporary, ad-hoc, locum, shift-based, gig-based, or long-term healthcare assignments, including corporate camps, event medical support, institutional engagements, home sample collection, medicine delivery, ambulance service and occupational health center postings ("Engagements"). By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms") and the Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you must not use the Platform.
DEFINITIONS
“Service Partners” means any licensed or certified medical or allied healthcare professional registered on the platform. “Business Partner” means any Hospital, Clinic, Individual Medical Consultant, Medical practitioner, "Engagement" means any assignment, engagement, or professional arrangement between Users facilitated through the Platform.
NATURE OF PLATFORM & ROLE OF COMPANY
The application bridges between service partners, business partners and the patients / customers. The Company: Does not employ Healthcare Professionals; Does not create any employer-employee relationship with any Service Partners; Does not supervise or control medical services rendered during Engagements; Does not guarantee availability, performance, or conduct of Service Partners; The Company reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Platform (in whole or in part) at any time without prior notice. The Company may monitor, review, and retain communications conducted through the Platform for compliance, dispute resolution, fraud prevention, and service improvement purposes. The Company shall not be responsible for any technical failures, network issues, or device-related problems affecting access to the Platform. The Company reserves the right to monitor, review, remove, or restrict access to any content or Service Partner account at its sole discretion.
ELIGIBILITY & REGISTRATION
Healthcare Professionals represent and warrant that they: Hold valid registrations with the relevant regulatory authorities (including the National Medical Commission or State Medical Councils, where applicable); Possess all required licenses, qualifications, experience documents and certifications; Will maintain such licenses in good standing at all times; Provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information The Company may verify credentials but does not warrant their accuracy, completeness, or authenticity. Account Responsibility – Service partners & Patients / Customers are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials and for all activities conducted through their accounts. The Company shall not be liable for any loss, unauthorized access, or misuse arising from failure to safeguard account credentials.
BACKGROUND VERIFICATION STATUS
The Application may verify the background including education, experience, Aadhar and criminal check for all Healthcare Professionals as "Verified" based on documentation submitted. The Platform may assign a "Verified" status based on submitted documents. Such verification is administrative only and shall not constitute endorsement, recommendation, or guarantee by Jopana.
ENGAGEMENTS
All Engagements are agreed directly between Healthcare Professionals and Customers / Patients.
FEES, PAYMENTS & REFUND POLICY
7.1 Platform Fees Platform fees, service charges, and subscription fees paid to Jopana are generally non-refundable once a booking, engagement, or service has been confirmed.
7.2 Patients / Customers Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy for patients and customers using the JOPANA Home Healthcare mobile application and services. By booking a service, you agree to the following terms:
The following deduction schedule applies to all cancellations:
- 24+ Hours Prior: No penalty.
- 12–24 Hours Prior: No penalty.
- 2–12 Hours Prior: 10% of the service fee will be deducted.
- Under 2 Hours: 50% of the service fee will be deducted.
- Post Service Partner Arrival: No Refund will be issued. For package users, the cost of one full day or one single service MRP will be deducted.
- Rescheduling: As per below Chart.
| Total Sessions in Package | Max. Reschedules Allowed | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Session | 1 | Single service flexibility. |
| 3 Sessions | 1 | Limited to one change for short-term care. |
| 5 Session | 2 | For weekly/recurring care needs. |
| 7 Session | 3 | Mid-range package flexibility. |
| 15 Session | 5 | Extended care allowance. |
| 30 Sessions | 7 | Maximum flexibility for monthly packages. |
Refund Guidelines
- Full Refunds: Applicable only if JOPANA cancels the service or the service partner cancels before 15 minutes of the scheduled time and no replacement is available.
- Packages: Refunds are calculated on a pro-rata basis, minus applicable administrative fees.
- Non-Refundable: No refunds for completed services, partially completed services, or once a Service Partner has reached the location.
- Processing Time: Approved refunds are generally processed within 5–10 business days.
8.1 Emergency Exceptions Cancellations fees may be waived at JOPANA’s discretion for verified emergencies, such as sudden hospitalization of the patient or severe weather conditions preventing travel.
8.2 How to Cancel Cancellations must be processed via:
- In app Cancellation
- Phone call to JOPANA Customer Support team.
- Email to the JOPANA support desk.
- WhatsApp message to the official JOPANA business line.
Surcharges & Premium Fees
- Priority Booking: Requests made with less than 2 hours' notice carry a "Last-Minute" fee.
- Night Shift: A 5% premium applies to shifts between 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM (applicable to Rapid services only; not applicable to continuous packages).
- Public Holidays: Services on major national holidays (e.g., Republic Day, Diwali, Eid, Christmas) carry a 10% surcharge to incentivize service providers.
- Weekend Premium: A 5% surcharge may apply for Saturday/Sunday visits in high-demand areas (Only for Rapid services not applicable to Weekly/Monthly packages).
Clinical Complexity & Special Care
- Critical Care: Higher rates apply for ICU-level care (Ventilators, Tracheostomy, etc.) due to the advanced skill set required.
- Infectious Disease: A "Hazard Charges" is applied for contagious conditions (e.g., TB, COVID-19) to cover PPE and staff risk.
- Bariatric Support: If a patient requires two people for safe lifting/transfer, the service cost will double to cover the second service partner.
Equipment & Additional Time
- Kit Fees: Flat fees apply for sterile disposable kits used in procedures (catheterization, IV insertion, dressings).
- Grace Period: o Visit Services: 10-minute grace period. Beyond 11 minutes, a 100% additional service fee applies. o Stay Duty: 30-minute grace period. Beyond 30 minutes, a 100% additional service fee applies on a pro rata basis.
Service Partner Terms & conditions
12.1 Ethical Conduct & Anti-Poaching
- Non-Solicitation: You strictly agree not to poach JOPANA clients for private practice or external services.
- Direct Payments: You shall not request or accept additional payments, tips, or surcharges from customers/patients beyond the agreed-upon platform fees.
- Professional Boundaries: You will not request the personal mobile numbers of clients or their family members for use outside the JOPANA ecosystem.
12.2 Professional Standards & Performance
- Branded Supplies: To ensure safety and quality, you agree to use only JOPANA branded or authorized medical products and consumables during your service visits.
- Punctuality: You must arrive at the patient’s location strictly according to the booked time slot.
- Identity & Readiness: You are required to attend every visit in proper uniform and equipped with the necessary medical kit relevant to your specialty.
- Availability: You agree to remain available during the time slots you have marked as "Active" on the app.
12.3 Code of Conduct
- Any form of misconduct, harassment, or harm (physical, verbal, or emotional) directed toward patients, their family members, or bystanders is strictly prohibited. High standards of professional integrity and medical ethics must be maintained at all times
Data Privacy, Cookies & HIPAA
- Tracking: You acknowledge that you (or the patient) will be tracked at all times while the app is active for Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) and safety monitoring.
- Privacy: JOPANA complies with HIPAA standards regarding Protected Health Information (PHI). All medical data is encrypted and only shared with authorized clinical teams.
- Cookies: Our app uses essential and performance trackers to manage your secure medical session and location-based matching.
- Data Confidentiality As a healthcare professional, you will have access to sensitive information. You agree to keep all Medical History, treatment plans, and diagnostic details strictly confidential.
- Information Security. Non-Disclosure: You shall not share patient data with any third party outside the JOPANA application. Data Retention: You are prohibited from storing patient medical records on personal devices or external cloud services. All charting and reporting must be done exclusively within the JOPANA app.
Prevention Of Sexual Harassment (POSH)
Jopana maintains zero tolerance towards sexual harassment and inappropriate conduct. Healthcare Facilities shall maintain compliance with applicable POSH laws and workplace safety requirements.
Termination
Jopana may suspend or terminate access to the Platform at its sole discretion in cases involving:
- breach of Terms,
- fraud,
- misconduct,
- regulatory non-compliance,
- operational risks.
Breach of Contract & Termination (SERVICE PARTNERS)
JOPANA reserves the right to monitor compliance with these terms. If you breach any of the aforementioned clauses:
- Immediate Termination: JOPANA is authorized to terminate your subscription and permanently blocklist you from the platform.
- Legal Action: JOPANA reserves the full right to initiate legal proceedings for damages, professional malpractice, or breach of confidentiality.
- Core Healthcare Tracking (Strictly Necessary) JOPANA uses continuous tracking to ensure patient safety and care delivery:
- Electronic Visit Verification (EVV): Mandatory GPS and time tracking for caregivers to verify that scheduled home visits occurred as planned.
- Secure Session Management: Tokens that keep your medical portal active and secure during a care session to prevent unauthorized access to health records.
Clinical Purpose of Tracking We track activity at all times while the app is in use for these specific medical purposes:
- Medication Adherence: Monitoring interactions with digital prescriptions to ensure patients follow their specific treatment plans.
- Service Partner Coordination: Tracking caregiver status to allow to receive real-time updates.
Intellectual Property
All platform content, software, trademarks, branding, and materials are the exclusive property of Jopana Healthcare Technologies Private Limited.
Disclaimers
The Platform is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. Jopana does not guarantee:
- uninterrupted platform access,
- user conduct,
- service quality,
- engagement availability,
- financial outcomes
Limitation Of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Jopana shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from use of the Platform.
Indemnity
Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless Jopana Healthcare Technologies Private Limited against claims, losses, liabilities, damages, or disputes arising from:
- breach of these Terms,
- violation of applicable laws,
- medical negligence,
- professional misconduct,
- misuse of the Platform.
Dispute Resolution
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of India. Any disputes shall first be attempted to be resolved amicably. Unresolved disputes shall be referred to arbitration in Bangalore, Karnataka, under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
Contact & Grievance
Jopana Healthcare Technology Private Limited Email: support@jopana.in