The Mississippi State Department of Health has issued "Minimum Standards of Operation Relative to the Practice of Telemedicine," new regulations governing the provision of medical and other health services via telehealth. The regulations require that provider organizations offering telehealth services in Mississippi first register with the Department's Office of Licensure, and prescribe the registration form to be used. The standards and registration requirements apply to all providers/organizations that practice telehealth in Mississippi. "Telehealth" is defined under the Standards as "the use of technology to deliver healthcare[,including the provision of] telemedicine, mHealth, eHealth and Tele-Education." Continue reading >