The digital health space refers to the integration of technology and health care services to improve the overall quality of health care delivery. It encompasses a wide range of innovative and emerging technologies such as wearables, telehealth, artificial intelligence, mobile health, and electronic health records (EHRs). The digital health space offers numerous benefits such as improved patient outcomes, increased access to health care, reduced costs, and improved communication and collaboration between patients and health care providers. For example, patients can now monitor their vital signs such as blood pressure and glucose levels from home using wearable devices and share the data with their doctors in real-time. Telehealth technology allows patients to consult with their health care providers remotely without having to travel to the hospital, making health care more accessible, particularly in remote or rural areas. Artificial intelligence can be used to analyze vast amounts of patient data to identify patterns, predict outcomes, and provide personalized treatment recommendations. Overall, the digital health space is rapidly evolving, and the integration of technology in health

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Telepractice information | Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners

Telepractice information | Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners

Telepractice information

With the efforts to reduce community spread of COVID-19, many practitioners are seeking guidance on telepractice. Continuity of care is vital to mental health clients, and in this new climate, we encourage our licensees to become competent in telehealth delivery to continue to serve those in need.  There are many resources to assist behavioral health professionals in providing technology-assisted therapy.  The Board does not have restrictions on which license types (temporary licensees, associate level or independent level licensees) can provide telepractice, however, there may be limitations if providers are working through third-party reimbursement.

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