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TITLE 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
PART 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
CHAPTER 301 - LOCAL AUTHORITY RESPONSIBILITIES
SUBCHAPTER G - MENTAL HEALTH COMMUNITY SERVICES STANDARDS
SECTION/RULE §301.359 - Telemedicine Services
Chapter Review Date 03/27/2024

The LMHA, MCO, and provider must ensure that if a provider uses telemedicine, it is implemented in accordance with written procedures and using a protocol approved by the LMHA's or MCO's medical director. Procedures regarding the provision of telemedicine service must include the following requirements:(1) clinical oversight by the LMHA's or MCO's medical director or designated physician responsible for medical leadership;(2) contraindications for telemedicine use;(3) qualified people to ensure the safety of the individual being served by telemedicine at the remote site; and(4) use by credentialed or licensed providers who provide clinical care within the scope of their credential or license.

Source Note: The provisions of this §301.359 adopted to be effective April 29, 2009, 34 TexReg 2603; transferred effective March 15, 2020, as published in the February 21, 2020 issue of the Texas Register, 45 TexReg 1237.

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