Iowa Admin. Code r. 481-888.6

Current through Register Vol. 47, No.14, January 8, 2025

Rule 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.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 481-888.6

ARC 7824C, IAB 4/17/2024, effective 5/22/2024; Editorial change: IAC Supplement 9/18/2024