KRS 334A.200: Duty of treating speech -language pathologist or audiologist utilizing

telehealth to ensure patient's informed consent and maintain confidentiality --

Board to promulgate administrative regulations -- Definition of "telehealth".

(1) A treating speech-language pathologist or audiologist 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 appr opriate processes, practices,

and technology 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 speech -language pathology or audiology

services and in the provision of continuing education.

(3) For purposes of this section, "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 healt h or medical data, and

continuing education.