Washington HB2618 aims to protect the clinical autonomy of audiologists in determining the best treatment modality for patients, including telehealth.

Washington HB2618 seeks to ensure that audiologists maintain their clinical autonomy in deciding the most appropriate treatment modality for patients, whether through telehealth or in-person care. The bill emphasizes that regulations should not create different standards for telehealth and in-person services, focusing instead on ensuring the applicable standard of care is met. It amends existing laws to ensure that the board's rules respect the clinical decision-making and autonomy of licensed practitioners.

Washington HB2618 aims to protect the clinical autonomy of audiologists in determining the best treatment modality for patients, including telehealth.

Washington HB2618 seeks to ensure that audiologists maintain their clinical autonomy in deciding the most appropriate treatment modality for patients, whether through telehealth or in-person care. The bill emphasizes that regulations should not create different standards for telehealth and in-person services, focusing instead on ensuring the applicable standard of care is met. It amends existing laws to ensure that the board's rules respect the clinical decision-making and autonomy of licensed practitioners.