NJ A4505

Licensed veterinarians must establish a veterinarian-client-patient relationship before providing telemedicine or telehealth services, including verifying client identity and disclosing the veterinarian's credentials and specialty certifications

Veterinarians must determine that telemedicine/telehealth services meet the same standard of care as in-person treatment; if standards cannot be met remotely, they must advise clients to seek in-person care

Two-way, real-time interactive communication with video is generally required, though audio-only with stored data transmission may be used if the veterinarian determines standards of care can still be met

Schedule II controlled substance prescriptions cannot be issued via telemedicine without an initial in-person examination and subsequent in-person visits at least every three months

Veterinarians must provide clients notice of telehealth risks and benefits, maintain proper records, establish written protocols to prevent fraud and abuse, and remain available for follow-up contact for at least 72 hours after services