Obtaining Informed Consent in Telehealth
June 14, 2020
How does informed consent for telemedicine differ from that of in-office visits? Learn about the many issues you need to consider if you see patients online.
Your Healthcare Platform Needs a EULA
May 29, 2020
Why are end-user licensing agreements (EULAs) essential for healthcare websites and platforms? We discuss the purpose and content of EULAs and illustrate how they can make a big difference in potential lawsuits against you.
My Telehealth Patient Took an At-Home Test. Now What?
April 16, 2020
When a patient reports the results of an at-home, direct-to-consumer (DTC) test, can you base your treatment on those results? We discuss the risks and rewards of integrating DTC testing into your telehealth practice.
HIPAA Enforcement Changes Amid COVID-19: Fact Versus Fiction
April 4, 2020
When the US government announced a loosening of some HIPAA requirements during the national emergency, independent healthcare practices rejoiced. But many practitioners also went overboard, misunderstanding how the notification applies—and more importantly, how it doesn’t.
Prescribing Controlled Substances Through Telehealth: How COVID-19 Is Changing the Game
March 20, 2020
The practice of medicine through telehealth has always been heavily restrictive. A recent statement by the DEA expands what physicians may do—but brings into question what will happen when the COVID-19 pandemic subsides.
Breaking News: Expanded Health Care Services in the State of Illinois
March 20, 2020
We break down the key takeaways from Governor Pritzker's March 19 release.
Starting a New Patient Relationship Over Telemedicine
March 19, 2020
As you delve into telemedicine to deliver care, you may wonder about the rules for new patient-physician relationships. We discuss the current requirements in Illinois and New York, and the crucial role of clinical judgment.
Ready to Practice Telehealth? Keep These Legal Issues in Mind
March 16, 2020
Is your practice interested in launching a virtual presence to weather the COVID-19 pandemic? You’re not alone. We address some of the important legal issues surrounding telehealth.
Online Prescriptions: Innovative or Illegal?
July 19, 2019
Today's consumers love the option to obtain prescriptions online, with no office visit required. It's a slick, disruptive business model, but is it actually legal?
Prescribing Via Telehealth: The Evolving Regulatory Landscape
February 12, 2019
Telehealth prescribing offers physicians, psychiatrists emerging options for reaching patients with psychiatric, substance abuse, pain treatment.