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Rules for Out-of-State Telehealth Licensure and Registration.

Vermont Proposed Rule: 26P013

AGENCY: Secretary of State, Office of Professional Regulation

CONCISE SUMMARY: These rules govern the licensing and registration of out-of-state healthcare professionals practicing with Vermont patients via telehealth only. These rules create the permanent system mandated by Act 4 (2023) to replace a system currently operating on an interim basis. The rules provide for eligibility requirements, standards of practice, and mandatory disclosures by out-of-state telehealth professionals. These rules do not apply to practice via telehealth by professionals who hold regular Vermont credentials.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Emily Tredeau, Office of Professional Regulation, Secretary of State 89 Main St., Montpelier, VT 05620 Tel: 802-828-1505 E-Mail: emily.b.tredeau@vermont.gov URL: https://sos.vermont.gov/opr/about-opr/telehealth-registrations-and-licensing/.

FOR COPIES: Emily Carr, Office of Professional Regulation, Secretary of State, 89 Main St., Montpelier, VT 05620 Tel: 802-828-1505 E-Mail: emily.carr@vermont.gov.