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Practices get HIPAA Telehealth Extension

The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped the way healthcare is delivered across the United States. One of the most significant changes has been the widespread adoption of telehealth services, which have allowed patients to receive medical care without leaving their homes plus quality assurance. However, with the end of the national emergency, there were concerns about the future of telehealth, particularly with regard to the regulations governing its use. 

Fortunately, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has provided some clarity on the issue by announcing that the HIPAA telehealth extension will remain in place even after the national emergency ends. This means that healthcare providers can continue to use telehealth to deliver services to patients without fear of violating HIPAA regulations and licensing requirements. 

The HIPAA telehealth extension was originally introduced in March 2020, at the start of the pandemic, as a temporary measure to allow healthcare providers to use non-HIPAA compliant videoconferencing software. The aim was to ensure that patients could receive the care they needed while also protecting their privacy. 

Now that the extension has been made permanent, healthcare providers can continue to use non-HIPAA compliant videoconferencing software, such as Zoom or Skype, to deliver telehealth services. However, they must still take steps to protect patient privacy and ensure that they comply with other HIPAA regulations. 

This news is a relief for healthcare providers who have come to rely on telehealth as a critical tool for delivering care. It also reflects the growing recognition of the importance of telehealth in modern healthcare delivery, which will likely lead to further expansion of telehealth services in the future.

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