PSYCHIATRIC TELEMEDICINE
Why Telemedicine?
The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered changes throughout everyday life — the Federal Government has temporarily approved Telemed for physicians.
Many who would skip an in-office visit are utilizing Telemed to continue their relationship with our physicians. They also reduce their risk of exposure to coronavirus.
How Telehealth works
Telehealth — or telemedicine — is a healthcare solution that allows you to meet with your doctor virtually instead of going to the office. Our 100% HIPAA-compliant system uses a two-way, high definition video, so we can talk face-to-face as if we’re in the same room together. With Telehealth, you can also:
- Submit medication list, ID Cards, and Medical History
- Discuss progress and treatment options
- Privately discuss symptoms
- Have prescriptions sent to your pharmacy
The Benefits of Telemedicine
No commute and no wait times!
By connecting to your doctor in a virtual setting, you can expect to:
- Spend less time driving to and from your appointment
- Miss less work
- No arrangements for child or elder care
- Receive exceptional health care
At the same time, you also reduce your risk of exposure to contagious illnesses, like the common cold, flu, and COVID-19.
Telemedicine is also available to patients of all ages, including children, older adults, and those in vulnerable health. That makes it an ideal healthcare solution for everyone, especially when someone can no longer leave their home safely but still requires medical attention.
Areas we service?
We primarily see patients who live in Orange County and throughout the state of California. We may see patients from other states, as well.
All prescriptions can be sent to your pharmacy in California. Regular medications (not controlled substances) may often be filled by pharmacies across the United States.
The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) may allow pharmacies in other states to fill controlled substances due to the COVID-19 emergency. However, Schedule II controlled substances are not allowed to be filled.
Our psychiatric practice does not know what states are in reciprocity with California and strongly encourages you to call your pharmacy to see if they can accept a medication before you make an appointment with PNS.
WHAT TO EXPECT DURING A TELEMEDICINE APPOINTMENT?
Telemedicine technology has never been easier to use, simply:
- Call us to set up an appointment
- Fill out the registration forms included in our calendar invite
- Download our suggested app to your tablet, computer, or phone
- Follow the link in your calendar invite to open your video-chat to start your appointment
You can also upload photos, if needed, to help us diagnose your symptoms.
For more information on telemedicine or to schedule your virtual visit, contact us by calling or today.