Sources of Liability in Telemedicine
October 14, 2021
Telehealth can introduce new types of risk for your medical practice. Know what to look for so that you can take steps to reduce your liability.
Should I Use Telepsychiatry to Treat Children? Legal Questions and Concerns
April 18, 2021
What legal issues arise when psychiatrists treat children via telehealth? We discuss the special considerations for offering telepsychiatry services to this special population.
Non-Competition Clauses and the Rise of Telehealth
March 1, 2021
Thanks to the rise of telemedicine, healthcare providers' geographic scopes have expanded and become less defined. What does this mean for non-compete clauses in employment contracts?
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.
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.
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?