KRS 310.200: Duty of treating dietitian or nutritionist utilizing telehealth to ensure

patient's informed consent and maintain confidentiality -- Board to

promulgate administrative regulations -- Definition of "telehealth".

(1) A treating dietitian or nutritionist who provides or facilitates the use of telehealth

shall ensure:

(a) That the informed consent of the patient, or another appropriate person with

authority to make the health care treatment decision for the patient, is obtained

before services are provided through telehealth; and

(b) That the confidentiality of the patient's medical information is maintained as

required by this chapter and other applicable law. At a minimum,

confidentiality shall be maintained through appropriate processes, practices,

and t echnology as designated by the board and that conform to applicable

federal law.

(2) The board shall promulgate administrative regulations in accordance with KRS

Chapter 13A to implement this section and as necessary to:

(a) Prevent abuse and fraud through the use of telehealth services;

(b) Prevent fee-splitting through the use of telehealth services; and

(c) Utilize telehealth in the provision of dietitian and nutrition services and in the

provision of continuing education.

(3) For purposes of this sectio n, "telehealth" means the use of interactive audio, video,

or other electronic media to deliver health care. It includes the use of electronic

media for diagnosis, consultation, treatment, transfer of health or medical data, and

continuing education.