Verifying the identity of a patient prior to delivering telehealth services is important to prevent a range of potential risks, including the creation of fake accounts, insurance fraud and drug abuse/diversion.

A growing number of states and health plans require the verification of a patient's identity. This verification activity has become a standard practice in the telehealth industry and is expected to continue.

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