LAC 46:LXXV.135. Telehealth [Formerly §130]

A. Telehealth, regardless of where the service is rendered or delivered, constitutes the practice of audiology or speech-language pathology and shall require Louisiana licensure for in-state practitioners and telehealth registration for out-of-state licensed practitioners. B. A provider of telehealth services shall be competent in both the type of services provided and the methodology and equipment used to provide the services. C. A provider of telehealth services must use methods for protecting client information that include authentication and encryption technology. D. The standard of care shall be the same as if the audiology or speech-language pathology services were delivered face-to-face. It is the responsibility of the provider to determine candidacy and to ensure that the client is comfortable with the technology being utilized. E. The client shall be notified of telehealth services including but not limited to the right to refuse telehealth services, options for service delivery, and instructions on filing and resolving complaints, in all applicable jurisdictions.