CONSENT FOR TELEHEALTH CONSULTATION

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CONSENT FOR TELEHEALTH CONSULTATION

In response to the rising need for healthy alternatives to in-person appointments we offer virtual sessions using a HIPAA compliant, secure system called SimplePractice Telehealth, which is a video conferencing technology. Please note that some insurance carriers may not consider this the same as a direct patient/health care provider visit due to the fact that we will not be in the same room together.

There are potential risks to this technology, including interruptions, unauthorized access and technical difficulties.

  1. I understand that my health care provider wishes me to engage in a telehealth consultation.

  2. My health care provider explained to me how the video conferencing technology that will be used to affect such a consultation will not be the same as a direct client/health care provider visit due to the fact that I will not be in the same room as my provider.

  3. I understand that a telehealth consultation has potential benefits including easier access to care and the convenience of meeting from a location of my choosing.

  4. I understand there are potential risks to this technology, including interruptions, unauthorized access, and technical difficulties. I understand that my health care provider or I can discontinue the telehealth consult/visit if it is felt that the videoconferencing connections are not adequate for the situation.

  5. I understand that telehealth appointments in a moving vehicle are not recommended due to safety issues. If I am not able to pull over, for my safety the appointment will end and I will be charged for the full session.

  6. I have had a direct conversation with my provider, during which I had the opportunity to ask questions in regard to this procedure. My questions have been answered and the risks, benefits and any practical alternatives have been discussed with me in a language in which I understand.

CONSENT TO USE THE TELEHEALTH BY SIMPLEPRACTICE SERVICE

Telehealth by SimplePractice is the technology service we will use to conduct telehealth videoconferencing appointments. It is simple to use and there are no passwords required to log in. By signing this document, I acknowledge:

  1. Telehealth by SimplePractice is NOT an Emergency Service and in the event of an emergency, I will use a phone to call 911.

  2. Though my provider and I may be in direct, virtual contact through the Telehealth Service, neither SimplePractice nor the Telehealth Service provides any medical or healthcare services or advice including, but not limited to, emergency or urgent medical services.

  3. The Telehealth by SimplePractice Service facilitates videoconferencing and is not responsible for the delivery of any healthcare, medical advice or care.

  4. I do not assume that my provider has access to any or all of the technical information in the Telehealth by SimplePractice Service – or that such information is current, accurate or up-to-date. I will not rely on my health care provider to have any of this information in the Telehealth by SimplePractice Service.

  5. To maintain confidentiality, I will not share my telehealth appointment link with anyone unauthorized to attend the appointment.

By signing this form, I certify:

  • That I have read or had this form read and/or had this form explained to me.

  • That I fully understand its contents including the risks and benefits of the procedure(s).

  • That I have been given ample opportunity to ask questions and that any questions have been answered to my satisfaction.