Telemedicine Law
/ˌtɛlɪˈmɛdəsɪn lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of laws and regulations governing the delivery of healthcare services through telecommunication technologies.
Telemedicine law ensures patient privacy and licensure compliance for remote medical consultations.
- (n.) Legal framework addressing licensure, reimbursement, privacy, and liability issues specific to telemedicine.
Changes in telemedicine law have expanded cross-state medical practice during emergencies.
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- telemedicine law
- telemedicine laws
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Commentary
Telemedicine law intersects with multiple legal domains, notably privacy and licensure, requiring careful drafting to address technology-driven healthcare delivery nuances.
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