The bill amends existing Vermont law regarding telemedicine and audio-only telephone consultations between health care providers and patients. Specifically, it introduces a requirement that neither party may create a recording of a telemedicine consultation or a telephone consultation without the consent of both the patient and the provider. This change aims to enhance patient privacy and ensure that both parties are aware of and agree to any recordings made during their interactions.

Additionally, the bill establishes that it will take effect upon passage, ensuring that the new consent requirement is implemented promptly. The amendments to sections 9361 and 9362 of Title 18 of the Vermont Statutes Annotated reflect a commitment to safeguarding patient confidentiality in telehealth services.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 18-9361, 18-9362
As Passed By the House -- Official: 18-9361, 18-9362
As Passed By the House -- Unofficial: 18-9361, 18-9362
As Passed by Both House and Senate -- Official: 18-9361, 18-9362
As Passed by Both House and Senate -- Unofficial: 18-9361, 18-9362
As Enacted: 18-9361, 18-9362