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§ Telehealth Basics

Primary Care (in Telehealth)

Comprehensive routine and preventive care delivered virtually, typically by a family-medicine clinician.

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Telehealth primary care is suitable for non-acute conditions, prescription renewals, and screening referrals. It is not a substitute for in-person care for emergencies, hands-on physical exams, or procedures requiring imaging.