S.0453

Teledentistry

Complete·6/2/26

The bill establishes guidelines for teledentistry in South Carolina, including informed consent requirements and restrictions on certain practices.

The bill amends the South Carolina Code to add guidelines for teledentistry, including informed consent requirements and restrictions on certain practices. It mandates that patients provide informed consent before receiving teledentistry services, detailing the types of services, provider information, and precautions. Dentists must establish a bona fide relationship with patients before providing teledentistry services, including reviewing relevant records and confirming the patient's identity and location.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

110 Yea

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2 Nay

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8 Not Voting

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4 Absent

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Calendar

May 5

10:30 AM

House 3-M Full Committee on 160, 453, 695, 819, 868, 894

Apr 21

12:00 AM

House 3-M Medical and Health Affairs on 160, 453, 819, 862, 894

History

Jun 5

Effective date 05/19/26

Jun 2

Act No. 210

May 19

Signed By Governor