Question 1

What is Telemedicine?

Accepted Answer

When it comes to psychotherapy, telemedicine offers the same treatment as an in person session, only remotely, rendered via a secure video link established between you and your therapist.

Question 2

What are the requirements of Telemedicine?

Accepted Answer

As per NJ regulations, Telemedicine requires the use of “interactive, real-time, two-way communication technologies”.
The video conference connection must be HIPAA compliant (cannot use programs like Facetime or Skype).
Patient/Client must be physically present in state of NJ at time of session.

Question 3

Is it covered by insurance?

Accepted Answer

Short answer: yes. However, plans are not required to cover telemedicine. Eligibility will be assessed on an individual basis.

Question 4

Clinical considerations?

Accepted Answer

While telemedicine may prove to be an immensely helpful tool for those engaging in psychotherapy, not everyone will be a candidate.  If you are interested in integrating telemedicine, we will work closely with you to determine the value it may add to your treatment as well as the frequency of its utilization vs in office sessions.

Telemedicine

Telemedicine in New York and New Jersey

FAQ's

What is Telemedicine?

What are the requirements of Telemedicine?

Is it covered by insurance?

Clinical considerations?