Virginia 2023 Session Wrap-Up
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What the latest DEA Proposed Rule Means for Telemedicine Prescribing of Controlled Substances – Nixon Gwilt Law
Late last Friday, the US Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) released a proposed rule to make permanent some of the flexibilities allowed during the Public Health Emergency (PHE) for telemedicine companies whose providers prescribe controlled substances. In a recent post, our friends at Nixon Gwilt Law Group share updates on: What these proposed changes are; How […]
In the News: How will the end of the PHE impact telehealth policies?
Telehealth continues to modify and adapt with changes at the state and federal level. This news roundup highlights Virginia legislators’ push to extend telehealth services, what’s next for telehealth at the federal level when the public health emergency ends, and various telehealth initiatives sprouting throughout Virginia to address gaps in health care. Senator Warner and […]
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How Virginia Health Catalyst is Expanding Teledentistry in Virginia’s Public Schools
Tooth decay is one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood. Untreated cavities can lead to pain, infection, missed school time, and even trouble eating, talking, or socializing. Despite the importance of oral health, not all children have equal access to dental care. But now, new advances in virtual dentistry is helping change that. […]
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VTN Now Hiring: Operations Manager (30 hours; employee position)
The Operations Manager position is a remote, non-exempt position with flexible schedule up to 30 hours per week. The Operations Manager reports to the Executive Director while also supporting and collaborating with the entire organization to manage critical core functions of the Virginia Telehealth Network’s operations. To view the full job description, qualifications, compensation, and […]
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In the News: New telemental health program seeing patients in Virginia
It’s been a busy news cycle in December with updates and announcements related to telehealth in Virginia and beyond, including legislative news that could impact accessibility to care, brand new virtual mental health services as part of a statewide initiative, and Governor Glenn Youngkin’s multi-million-dollar behavioral health plan. Read more in our last edition of […]
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Fauquier Free Clinic first to launch virtual mental health pilot
New State Initiative Begins Offering Free Telemental Health Services to Patients of Fauquier Free Clinic Five additional clinics across Virginia prepare for pilot launch in January The Virginia Telemental Health Initiative (VTMHI), a new pro bono program that provides free and convenient telemental health services to eligible Virginians who are uninsured or underinsured, started this […]
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Federal Audit Shows Telehealth Providers Complying with Medicare Billing Practices
The spike in Medicare claims for telemedicine appointments drew the attention of federal watchdog agencies. Regulators wanted to be sure that billing practices in the telehealth realm were following prescribed guidelines, especially given the fact that so many providers were still relatively new to telemedicine protocols. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) undertook […]
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In the News: Advancements in Telehealth
While telehealth may have been perceived as a temporary fix during the height of the pandemic, we’re seeing a push for it to become a standard for receiving care as well as new technologies to support these exciting next steps. This month’s news roundup includes telehealth for managing hypertension and reducing appointment no-shows; virtual care […]
Public Comment Open: Draft Telehealth Services Provider Manual Supplement
Now through Nov. 16, 2022 a draft Telehealth Services Supplement and a draft DMAS P-268 form are available for review and for public comment. Click here to learn more: https://townhall.virginia.gov/l/ViewNotice.cfm?GNID=2479. […]
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