Massachusetts S3082 regulates veterinary telehealth, requiring a veterinarian-client-patient relationship for certain prescriptions.
Massachusetts S3082 establishes regulations for veterinary telehealth, ensuring veterinarians follow specific protocols. A veterinarian-client-patient relationship must exist for certain prescriptions, including antimicrobial drugs and controlled substances. The bill mandates that veterinarians inform clients about telehealth's use and limitations, obtain consent, and maintain records. It also outlines conditions for establishing a relationship, such as examining the animal in person or via synchronous audio-video communication.
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