Article archive / November 1, 2014
Originally published: . Volume 5, No. 15. Source pages: 4.
As amended by Act 442 of the 2014 Regular Session of the Louisiana Legislature, the medical board intends to amend its rules governing the use of telemedicine. The proposed changes include the need and requirements for obtaining a telemedicine permit; the need for a physician-patient relationship; the applicable standard of care; and location of the participants to telemedicine services. Also the rule will identify conditions prerequisite to practicing telemedicine. Another Rule outlining unprofessional conduct, including the use of specialty information and treating one’s family, was listed.
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