TELEHEALTH CONSENT FORM
TELEHEALTH SERVICES Telehealth involves the use of electronic information and communication technologies to deliver health care services to patients who are located at a different site than the provider. This includes, but is not limited to, video conferencing, audio communication, and text messaging.
POTENTIAL BENEFITS
· Increased accessibility to care
· Reduced wait times
· Convenience
POTENTIAL RISKS
· Limited physical examination
· Technical issues, such as connection problems
· Security breaches
CONSENT I understand the following:
· The laws protecting the confidentiality of medical information also apply to telehealth.
· I have the right to withhold or withdraw my consent to the use of telehealth services at any time.
· The care may not be as complete as a face-to-face service.
· I must take precautions to ensure the privacy of my environment during telehealth consultations.