Disclaimer

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AscendShield provides compliance support services intended to supplement an organization’s internal compliance program. AscendShield does not provide legal advice and does not operate as a law firm or legal services provider. Use of AscendShield services does not create an attorney-client relationship.

Any compliance training or informational materials made available through AscendShield are developed by an attorney with experience in healthcare compliance and are provided for general informational and compliance support purposes only. Such materials should not be construed as legal advice, legal opinions, or a substitute for consultation with qualified legal counsel.

AscendShield makes no representations or warranties regarding regulatory outcomes, compliance determinations, or the legal sufficiency of an organization’s compliance program. Organizations remain solely responsible for compliance decisions, internal investigations, responses to reports, and any corrective or remedial actions taken.

AscendShield may utilize third-party applications or services to support reporting intake, hotline coordination, and related compliance workflows. AscendShield does not operate or control these third-party services and is not responsible for their performance, availability, or functionality beyond administrative coordination and support provided as part of AscendShield’s compliance support services.

Last updated: January 2026