It is imperative that healthcare providers develop and implement TBH competencies to

effectively meet the needs of individuals receiving treatment with the use of technology. The post-COVID HIPAA laws must guide our organizations and clinical work in protecting confidential information while meeting the needs of the clients and communities we serve. Ethically speaking, these vulnerable populations do not have equal access to and culturally sensitive treatment. Healthcare professionals have an ethical responsibility to provide services to all individuals from a cultural awareness and sensitive manner while providing services to all people based on their needs.

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Learning Objectives:

• To familiarize healthcare practitioners with relevant laws and guidelines that are needed for the practice of telehealth.

• Healthcare providers will be able to explain key HIPAA laws.