Rhode Island S3180 allows veterinarians to establish client-patient relationships through electronic means, subject to specific conditions and.

Rhode Island S3180 amends the state's veterinary practice laws to allow veterinarians to establish a client-patient relationship through synchronous, audiovisual electronic means. This includes telemedicine visits, subject to certain conditions. The veterinarian must be licensed in Rhode Island, obtain verbal consent from the client, and maintain documentation for at least one year. The veterinarian must also make a good faith effort to determine if care should be provided through telemedicine or in person.

Rhode Island S3180 allows veterinarians to establish client-patient relationships through electronic means, subject to specific conditions and.

Rhode Island S3180 amends the state's veterinary practice laws to allow veterinarians to establish a client-patient relationship through synchronous, audiovisual electronic means. This includes telemedicine visits, subject to certain conditions. The veterinarian must be licensed in Rhode Island, obtain verbal consent from the client, and maintain documentation for at least one year. The veterinarian must also make a good faith effort to determine if care should be provided through telemedicine or in person.