Code of Maine Rules
02 - DEPARTMENT OF PROFESSIONAL AND FINANCIAL REGULATION
313 - BOARD OF DENTAL PRACTICE
Chapter 15 - PRACTICE REQUIREMENTS FOR TELEDENTISTRY SERVICES
Section 313-15-XI - DISCLOSURE AND FUNCTIONALITY OF TELEDENTISTRY SERVICES

Universal Citation: 02 ME Code Rules ยง 313-15-XI

Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024

A. Except for professional consultation, an individual who uses teledentistry services must ensure that the following information is clearly disclosed to the patient:

(1) Types of services provided;

(2) Identity, licensure, certification, credentials and qualifications of all licensees and/or dental personnel who are providing the teledentistry services, including contact information;

(3) Limitations in the services that can be provided via teledentistry;

(4) Fees for services, cost-sharing responsibilities, and how payment is to be made;

(5) Appropriate uses and limitations of the technologies, including in emergency situations;

(6) Uses of and response times for e-mails, electronic messages and other communications transmitted via teledentistry technologies;

(7) To whom patient health information may be disclosed and for what purpose;

(8) Rights of patients with respect to patient health information; and

(9) Information collected and passive tracking mechanisms utilized.

B. An individual who uses teledentistry services must document into the patient's record disclosure information as set forth in Section XI(A).

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