Episode 19 - Telemedicine and Treatment Prescribing

Dr. Schlicher talks with Jessica Schlicher, MD, MBA, chief medical officer for virtual care and digital health at Providence, about the benefits of prescribing buprenorphine via telehealth and what Washington state is doing around virtual care and treatment of opioid use disorder.

Learning Objectives

• Describe the benefits of prescribing buprenorphine via telehealth.
• Outline the regulatory rules of the federal government, and the Washington state legislation around virtual care and treatment of OUD.
• Apply strategies related to safe practices and telehealth.
• Find guidelines for prescribing buprenorphine and take action.

Release date: February 18, 2025

Expiration date: February 17, 2028

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Resources

Telemedicine and Treatment in OUD Slide Deck

DOH Telehealth in Washington State

State Telehealth Policies for Online Prescribing - CCHP

ScalaNW Start Treatment

DEA and HHS Extend Telemedicine Flexibilities through 2025

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