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Telemedicine prescription standards
Opposition to 7-day limit
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In short
Starting December 24, telemedicine will be officially implemented as a formal system.
As a rule, patients receiving telemedicine for the first time can only receive a 7-day supply of medication.
If conditions are met, up to a 30-day supply can be prescribed once, but there is strong opposition.
Key facts
| When | Telemedicine will be institutionalized starting December 24. |
|---|---|
| Who | The Ministry of Health and Welfare announced amendments to the Medical Service Act Enforcement Regulations. |
| What | Prescription day limits for first-time telemedicine patients have been established. |
| How | Prescriptions are limited to 7 days in principle, with up to 30 days possible once if conditions are met. |
What it means for me
Readers planning to use telemedicine for chronic conditions should review prescription procedures again.
Busy workers seeking medication prescriptions must first check their history of in-person care.
People in their 60s who have regularly received medication for diabetes or high blood pressure may fall under first-visit criteria.
