Nature of Telehealth Services
Telehealth involves the use of electronic communications to allow a healthcare provider to assess, diagnose, and treat a patient remotely.
- Video calls
- Phone calls
- Secure messaging
Telehealth Consent
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By Joey Med
5 min read
Updated: January 1, 2025
Risks and Benefits
Telehealth can provide significant benefits, such as access to healthcare services without the need for in-person visits.
However, it also carries risks, including potential delays in evaluation or treatment due to technological issues or the absence of a physical examination.
Informed Consent
By consenting to telehealth, you acknowledge that telehealth services are provided by licensed medical providers, and joey serves as a platform to facilitate these consultations. You may withdraw consent at any time.
Confidentiality
Your health information will be protected through HIPAA-compliant systems, such as PracticeQ and AWS. All telehealth sessions are confidential.
You are responsible for maintaining the privacy of your communication device (e.g., phone, computer).
Follow-Up Care
Following your telehealth consultation, the provider may issue prescriptions or provide recommendations. You are responsible for following the healthcare provider’s instructions.