July 27, 2022
PSYPACT opens up opportunities for psychologists who want to practice across state lines. But what happens when the laws between states conflict? We discuss some rules of thumb.
July 7, 2022
Your employees work from home. Are you required to pay for their cell phones, computers, and other personal devices?
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
