Jaye Kelly-Johnston
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HIPAA-Compliant AI Tools
In This Article I Will: HIPAA-Compliant AI Tools for Clinics: Vendor Due Diligence and Integration Checklist Introduction: Why HIPAA-Compliant AI Matters for Clinics Digital health is accelerating—patients expect fast, personalized care and clinicians need tools that save time without increasing legal risk. For clinics adopting AI in telehealth, the promise is enormous, but so are
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Optimizing Surgery Prep with Telehealth Strategies
In this article I will: Preoperative Telehealth Optimization: Nutrition and Mental Preparation for Surgical Patients Preparing for surgery increasingly occurs before patients arrive at the hospital. Telehealth can deliver effective preoperative care that addresses both physical readiness and psychological resilience. This guide explains practical protocols and evidence-based strategies for clinicians and patients to use telemedicine
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Transitioning from Meal Replacements to Whole Foods
In this article I will: Transitioning from Meal Replacements to Whole Foods: Telehealth Protocols, Monitoring, and Counseling Introduction: Scope and Rationale More patients are starting or completing medically supervised programs that use meal replacements. They need safe, evidence-based pathways to return to regular eating. With telemedicine now a routine part of care, clinicians must know
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The evolving landscape of virtual physical therapy telehealth protocols
In this article I will: Telehealth Protocols for Remote Physical Rehabilitation: Integrating Virtual PT with Mental Health Care Introduction: Why Integrated Remote Rehab Matters As patients increasingly expect flexible, high-quality care, clinics that master virtual physical therapy telehealth protocols can expand access. These clinics can improve outcomes and reduce costs. They also address the crucial
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AI for Triage Chatbots
Explainable AI for Triage Chatbots: Building Trust and Auditability in Automated Triage Introduction: Why Explainability Matters in Telehealth Triage The rise of triage chatbots in telemedicine Telemedicine has moved from niche to mainstream. Virtual visits and remote triage surged during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some analyses reported up to a 38x increase in telehealth utilization in
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Teletherapy Billing and Reimbursement
Teletherapy Billing and Reimbursement 2025: Codes, Documentation, and Tips to Get Paid Introduction: Why 2025 Matters for Teletherapy Reimbursement Telehealth remains a core part of behavioral health delivery across the U.S. As policies continue to evolve, 2025 brings another year. Clinicians, billers, and practice managers must align coding, documentation, and payer rules. This alignment is
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Meal Replacement Shakes
Choosing Meal Replacement Shakes Safely: A Clinician’s Guide for Weight Management Introduction: Why Meal Replacement Shakes Matter in Clinical Weight Management Clinicians increasingly use structured meal replacement strategies when conservative dieting and behavioral counseling alone produce inadequate results. They also apply these strategies when rapid, supervised weight loss is clinically indicated. Meal replacement shakes for
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Athlete Nutrition
Telehealth for Athlete Nutrition: Remote Coaching, Meal Timing, and Supplement Guidance Introduction: Why Telehealth Matters for Athlete Nutrition Telehealth sports nutrition coaching has moved from a niche service to a mainstream tool for athletes of all levels. Virtual consultations offer convenience. Wearable data and app-based monitoring enhance this. Together, they make individualized nutrition care accessible
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Teletherapy Emergency Protocols
Teletherapy Emergency Protocols: Managing Crises Across State Lines Introduction: Why Cross-State Crisis Preparedness Matters Teletherapy expands access to care. It also creates complexity when a client in crisis is located in a different jurisdiction than the clinician. In the U.S., for example, clinicians must balance clinical safety, legal compliance, and continuity of care while responding
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How to Start a Telehealth Hypnotherapy Practice
How to Start a Telehealth Hypnotherapy Practice: Legal, Tech, and Marketing Steps Quick checklist — what this article will do: 1. Why Telehealth Hypnotherapy — Opportunity and Considerations 1.1. The rise of teletherapy and market demand Telehealth exploded during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. In the U.S., telehealth visits increased dramatically. Early CDC analysis reported
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Telehealth Staff Training Program
Telehealth Staff Training Program: Clinical, Technical, and Safety Competencies Telehealth is becoming a standard part of mental health care in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, and beyond. Clinics that train their teams deliver safer care. They also offer more fair care. They meet clinical, technical, and legal expectations consistently. This guide presents a
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AI Ethics
In this article I will review: AI Ethics in Teletherapy: Bias Mitigation, Transparency, and Informed Consent Introduction: Why AI Ethics Matter in Teletherapy The growing role of AI in telehealth and mental health care Teletherapy and digital mental health services grew rapidly during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Telehealth utilization for behavioral health increased dramatically.
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Protocols for Eating Disorders
Checklist — what I will do Remote Meal Support Protocols for Eating Disorders: Supervision, Monitoring, and Safety Introduction: Why Remote Meal Support Matters The rise of tele-nutrition meal supervision online and telehealth eating disorder care Telehealth and tele-nutrition meal supervision online have become mainstream components of eating disorder care. Use of telehealth skyrocketed during the
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Self-Hypnosis Scripts for Athletes
In this article I will review: Self-Hypnosis Scripts for Athletes: Pre-Performance, Focus, and Recovery Pack Whether you’re lining up at the start line or coming off an intense match, the difference is often mental. A good performance and a great one are distinguished by the mindset. Success often begins in the mind. Self-hypnosis provides athletes
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Remote Cognitive Assessment Tools
I will cover in this article: Validated Remote Cognitive Assessment Tools: Protocols, Licensing, Secure Delivery, and EHR Integration Introduction: Why Remote Cognitive Assessment Matters Now The rise of telehealth and demand for remote cognitive assessment The last few years have seen an unprecedented shift toward remote care. Telemedicine utilization surged during the COVID-19 pandemic. It
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Telehealth Platform RFP Template
Tele-health Platform RFP Template for Clinics: Security, Integration, and Pricing Terms Introduction: Purpose and Scope of this Telehealth RFP Template Telehealth is now a core part of outpatient care. Your clinic might be a small primary care practice or part of a larger health system. Issuing a clear, security-first Call for Proposal (RFP) ensures you
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Teletherapy for LGBTQ+ Clients
In this article I will: Affirming Teletherapy for LGBTQ+ Clients: Practice Guidelines, Consent, and Privacy Considerations Introduction: Why Affirming Teletherapy Matters for LGBTQ+ Clients Remote health care can be a lifeline for LGBTQ+ people. It helps those who lack local affirming providers. It supports individuals facing mobility barriers or living in unsafe environments. Telehealth increases
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Implementing VR Therapy: A Practical Clinic Guide
Quick checklist — what this guide will deliver Practical Guide to Implementing VR Exposure Therapy in Clinics: Hardware, Safety, and Protocols Introduction: Why VR Exposure Therapy Belongs in Clinical Practice Virtual reality (VR) has moved from gaming to the clinic. For clinicians treating anxiety disorders, PTSD, and specific phobias, VR exposure therapy provides controlled, measurable,
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Telehealth Data Breach
Checklist — What this article will do Introduction: Why a Telehealth Data Breach Response Plan Matters Telemedicine and virtual care became mainstream during the 2020s. That success brought greater convenience — and greater risk. Cyberattacks, misconfigurations, and third-party failures expose Protected Health Information (PHI). These incidents can trigger complex legal and reputational consequences for providers,
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Telehealth Strategies for Suicide Prevention
Remote Suicide Risk Assessment Protocol: Safety Planning and Local Resource Coordination What I will Cover in this article: Introduction: Scope and Importance of Telehealth Suicide Prevention Why a remote suicide risk assessment protocol matters Telehealth has transformed mental health care delivery, but it introduces unique safety challenges. A robust remote suicide risk assessment protocol ensures