The bill establishes specific requirements for licensed veterinarians in New Jersey to follow when providing telemedicine and telehealth services. It mandates that veterinarians assess whether the standard of care for services delivered via telemedicine aligns with that of in-person consultations. Additionally, veterinarians must establish a licensee-client-patient relationship before offering telehealth services, which includes verifying the identities of both the client and the patient, reviewing patient history, and obtaining consent for record sharing. Exceptions to this requirement are outlined for informal consultations, emergency assistance, and cross-coverage situations.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that veterinarians must utilize interactive, real-time communication technologies and may employ asynchronous store-and-forward methods for transmitting medical information. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining thorough records of care provided and requires veterinarians to inform clients about the risks and benefits of telemedicine. If telehealth services do not yield sufficient clinical information, the veterinarian must advise the client to seek an in-person evaluation. Overall, the legislation aims to ensure that telemedicine practices in veterinary care uphold the same standards as traditional in-person services.