New SAP Guidelines Revised June 1, 2023

Tamara Cagney
Dec 14, 2023
1 min read

Updated: Dec 14, 2023

Sets out guidelines for SAP remote assessments.

Clarifies the SAPs geographic limitations.

You must abide by the geographic limitations applicable to your license or certification when performing remote evaluations. You must not conduct an evaluation that exceeds your geographic limitations.

Raises concerns about giving up your office.

2 Comments

rkinkade34

Dec 23, 2023

I do not like to do telehealth evaluations; did not realize they were still allowed. I guess that is why I hardly get any referrals. One of my client's told me that he talked to me and someone from Oklahoma. I know I can practice in any state I have a license for, but what does someone in Oklahoma know about our local treatments?

Tamara Cagney

Dec 23, 2023

Replying to

Many SAPs agree with you and continue to do only face to face SAP evaluations. The new rule allows the SAP to chose between face to face and remote virtual assessments. State telehealth guidelines should be followed for remote assessments.

You are indeed limited to the state in which you are licensed. Even then SAPs are responsible for investigating any providers they use, talking to the staff, determining their specialties and limitations. Tamara

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