Laws, Regulations, Licensure and Credentialing Requirements for Telehealth
This section includes pertinent information on rules and regulations that apply to telehealth, including information specific to Louisiana healthcare providers.
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Louisiana Telehealth Access Act
A quick link provided by the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners that summarizes Louisiana telehealth law. The Louisiana Telehealth Access Act discusses legislative findings, definitions and rules defined for telehealth services.
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Telemedicine Policies by State
A chart is available with an overview of telemedicine policies by state. It specifies if a state license is required, reimbursement policies affiliated with Medicaid and private payer, and other rules and regulations.
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Telemedicine: Regulatory and Liability Trends
This article sums up the growth of telemedicine. It discusses many of the challenges, liability concerns, licensing and mandates to comply with regulatory agencies involved with this thriving communication affecting healthcare.
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Telemedicine License Out of State Physicians
These licensing requirements must be adhered to for a physician to be considered “licensed” to provide telemedicine to patients who are located outside of Louisiana at the time of service—even if the patient is regularly seen in an office in Louisiana.