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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 2Ch. 1Art. 7.5§ 686 Telehealth Practitioner Requirements

§ 686 Telehealth Practitioner Requirements

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§ 686 Telehealth Practitioner Requirements

Key Takeaways

  • •Doctors and nurses using video calls or online chats to treat patients must follow the same rules as in-person visits.
  • •They must stick to the rules of their job, like how a doctor must act like a doctor even if they're on a computer.
  • •The rules for telehealth (like video doctor visits) are the same as the rules for regular doctor visits.

Example

If you talk to your doctor on a video call instead of going to their office.

The doctor must follow all the same rules they would if you were in their office, like keeping your info private and giving you the right care.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 686 Telehealth Practitioner Requirements

A health care practitioner licensed under Division 2 (commencing with Section 500) providing services via telehealth shall be subject to the requirements and definitions set forth in Section 2290.5, to the practice act relating to his or her licensed profession, and to the regulations adopted by a board pursuant to that practice act. (Added by Stats. 2012, Ch. 782, Sec. 1. (AB 1733) Effective January 1, 2013.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 680 Healthcare Practitioner Name Tag Rule
  • § 23038.1 Public Eating Place Definition
  • § 580 Degree Sale Prohibition
  • § 584 Exam Security And Impersonation
  • § 651.3 Health Plan Member Disclosures

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 686.
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