HB 3196
Teledentistry Practice Act
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill establishes the Teledentistry Practice Act in West Virginia, outlining regulations for providing dental services remotely. It defines key terms like ‘teledentistry,’ ‘originating site,’ and ‘dramatic site,’ and requires dentists or dental hygienists to be licensed and maintain professional liability insurance. The act also specifies standards of care for teledentistry, mandates a provider-patient relationship, and establishes procedures for informed consent and patient privacy, with exceptions for emergency care and public health programs.
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