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Telemedicine Patient Consent

By participating in telemedicine services with Call Doctor Packer Telemedicine, LLC, patients acknowledge and agree to the following terms regarding the use of telemedicine technology.

Nature of Telemedicine

Telemedicine involves the use of electronic communications technology to allow patients and physicians to communicate remotely for the purpose of medical consultation, diagnosis, and treatment.
Telemedicine visits may include:
• real-time video communication
• electronic review of medical information
• electronic prescribing when appropriate

Benefits of Telemedicine

Potential benefits include:

improved access to medical care

reduced travel time

timely medical consultation

increased convenience

Limitations of Telemedicine

Patients understand that telemedicine has certain limitations compared with in-person medical evaluations.
Examples may include:
• inability to perform a full physical examination
• technical issues affecting communication
• potential need for in-person follow-up care
If the physician determines that telemedicine is not appropriate for a particular medical concern, the patient may be advised to seek in-person medical care.

Privacy and HIPAA Protection

Call Doctor Packer Telemedicine complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and takes reasonable steps to protect patient health information.
Telemedicine visits are conducted using secure communication technology designed to safeguard patient privacy.

Patient Responsibilities

Patients agree to:
• provide accurate and complete medical information
• participate in telemedicine visits in a private location
• follow physician instructions regarding care and treatment
• seek emergency care when appropriate

Emergency Situations

Telemedicine services are not intended for medical emergencies.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
By scheduling and participating in a telemedicine appointment with Call Doctor Packer Telemedicine, LLC, patients acknowledge that they understand the nature of telemedicine services and consent to receive medical care through telemedicine technology.