Soon to be added to services rendered is Tele-Therapy.
Tele-Therapy is therapy via the use of a webcam by utilizing applications like Skype or any other common messaging services. This service is especially helpful for individuals with physical disabilities, individuals who live in rural or underserved areas.It is also helpful for individuals who's highly demanding life restricts the opportunity to drive to a therapist - and will be able to find the same comfort and relief from their offices or homes.
This service will also serve the underserved and neglected 'Bahasa Melayu' speaking communities in Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei.
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Telemedicine Guideline The Board of Trustees of the American Telemedicine Association has established a set of practice guidelines for telemental health. The guidelines focus on specific criteria for healthcare providers, patients and the use of technology when providing telemedicine services.
HIPAA guidelines are applicable to every aspect of healthcare that involves electronic transmission, and this includes telemedicine. The main purpose of the HIPAA guidelines is to protect patient's privacy and regulate healthcare operations. In the practice of telemedicine HIPAA requires physicians to get consent prior to any use or disclosure of confidential health information for treatment, payment, or any other operation. Specific details about HIPAA guidelines for telepsychiatry can be found at: http://telemed.org/legal/privacy/
