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Telemedicine: Best Practices to Avoid Liability

Telemedicine is rapidly evolving, and with its evolution comes new potential pitfalls and risks. Practitioners in this area should keep abreast of state laws and regulations regarding telemedicine, as well as keep an eye out for developments in the federal landscape.

11 minute read September 01, 2015 at 11:55 AM
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Marcella C. Ducca
Telemedicine: Best Practices to Avoid Liability

Telemedicine, telehealth and mobile health (collectively referred to herein as “telemedicine”) are delivery methods of remote clinical services using technology. While the concept of telemedicine has been around for decades, new and improved technology is making it more ubiquitous.

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