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If a dr is located too far for a patient to visit (geographically) can dr legally do a phone consult? also can dr prescribe meds?
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Depends on variables: State medical boards vary in what they consider adequate methods of establishing a physician/ patient relationship & what constitutes a valid assessment before prescribing treatment. Some require a valid history, examination and vital signs before treatment is initiated along with detailed records of any encounter.Failure to do so may result in restriction or loss of a license.
Answered 4/3/2013
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