Kentucky Revised Statutes Title XXVI. Occupations and Professions § 335.158.Duty of treating clinical social worker utilizing telehealth to ensure patient's informed consent and maintain confidentiality; board to promulgate administrative regulations; definition of “telehealth”

(a) That the informed consent of the patient, or another appropriate person with authority to make the health care treatment decision for the patient, is obtained before services are provided through telehealth; and

(b) That the confidentiality of the patient's medical information is maintained as required by this chapter and other applicable law. At a minimum, confidentiality shall be maintained through appropriate processes, practices, and technology as designated by the board and that conform to applicable federal law.

(a) Prevent abuse and fraud through the use of telehealth services;

(b) Prevent fee-splitting through the use of telehealth services; and

(c) Utilize telehealth in the provision of clinical social work services and in the provision of continuing education.