Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker signed a bill into law that redefines teledentistry in the state.
SB 2586 amends the Illinois Dental Practice Act to modify the definitions of "patient of record" and "teledentistry".
Under the changes, teledentistry in Illinois can only be provided to a patient of record, which requires the dentist providing the care to provide the patient with their name, direct phone number and physical practice address.
In addition, a patient who receives services under supervision agreement by a dental hygienist does not need to receive a physical exam from a dentist prior to receiving teledentistry services, as long as the hygienist consults with the dentist before performing teledentistry services.
The bill also gives the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation the authority to discipline a dentist for teledentistry violations.