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Telehealth for behavioral health care
Preparing patients for telebehavioral health
It is always important that patients come prepared for their appointment and know what to expect. There are some basic steps to preparing patients for their telehealth appointment, as well as a few other important tasks for remote behavioral health visits.
You may be required to get your patient’s official informed consent when they make a telehealth appointment.
Address potential risks and take steps to secure patients’ confidential information.
Planning can prepare you for an emergency situation and help you set expectations with your patients.