By engaging in telehealth services with Fullington Physical Therapy, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

1.) Nature of Telehealth Services

Telehealth services provide physical therapy consultations via digital platforms (e.g., video calls, phone calls, etc.). While these services are designed to offer convenience and accessibility, telehealth consultations may not be suitable for all conditions or situations. In some cases, an in-person assessment may be recommended to provide a more accurate diagnosis or treatment plan.

2.) Limitations of Telehealth

Telehealth physical therapy is not a replacement for emergency medical services. If you experience any medical emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. Additionally, due to the limitations of virtual assessments, it may not be possible to fully evaluate all conditions, and recommendations may be limited compared to an in-person consultation.

3.) Confidentiality and Privacy

We take patient confidentiality and privacy seriously. All telehealth sessions will be conducted in a secure, HIPAA-compliant manner, but please be aware that no online communication is 100% risk-free. By participating in telehealth, you consent to electronic communication of your health information.

4.) Patient Responsibility

You are responsible for ensuring that you have the appropriate technology (internet connection, device with video and audio capabilities, etc.) for participating in telehealth services. If there are technical issues that prevent the session from proceeding, we will make reasonable efforts to reschedule the appointment.

5.) Scope of Services

Telehealth consultations may involve discussing and demonstrating physical therapy exercises, but it is important to follow your physical therapist’s recommendations and only perform exercises in a safe environment. If you experience any pain, discomfort, or injury while following recommendations, stop immediately and contact your provider.

6.) Consent to Treatment

By proceeding with a telehealth consultation, you consent to the treatment provided within the scope of physical therapy. You have the right to withdraw consent or discontinue telehealth services at any time without penalty.

7.) State Licensure

Our physical therapists are licensed to practice in Missouri. Telehealth services are only provided to patients located in states where our providers are licensed to practice.

By participating in telehealth physical therapy services with Fullington Physical Therapy, you agree to these terms and acknowledge that you have had the opportunity to ask questions and understand the nature of the teleFOOTERhealth services being provided.