Iowa Code r. 481-888.6 - Telepsychology
A psychologist may practice telepsychology provided the following are met:
(1) The
psychologist must be licensed or be exempt from licensure in the jurisdiction
where the patient or examinee is located.
(2) Prior to initiating telepsychology with a
new patient or examinee, a licensee will take reasonable steps to verify the
identity and location of the patient or examinee.
(3) A licensee will ensure informed consent
for telepsychology includes a description of any limitations of services as a
result of the technology utilized.
(4) A licensee will gain competency in the
use of a particular technology prior to utilizing it in practice. A licensee
shall only use technologies that are secure and functioning properly.
(5) A licensee will apply the same ethical
and professional standards of care and professional practice that are required
when providing in-person psychological services. If the same standard of care
cannot be met with telepsychology, a licensee will not utilize
telepsychology.
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