Telehealth: The Brave New World

The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many providers to consider Telehealth for the first time or expand their usage of an existing platform. Even as the pandemic comes to an end, patients will continue to look towards telehealth as a convenient way to meet with their physicians and get the treatment they need. However, with telehealth comes a new variety of risk issues. In this video, John Sly, Esq. will speak on what risks you face when engaging in a telehealth visit, items to consider when consenting your patients before a telehealth visit, and proper documentation of these visits. Participants will also be tasked to consider proper “webside” manner when interacting with patients over a virtual platform.

Course Objectives:

• Recognize and navigate issues with telehealth.
• Know the process for enhanced informed consent.