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Terms and Meanings
Some terms that we use in this chapter may not be familiar. These terms and their meanings are listed below.
- Cessation: To stop or end a process.
- Durable Medical Equipment: Items or supplies you need to use regularly because of an injury or illness.
- Individual: Single person.
- Occupation Activities/Movement: Meaningful daily activities.
- Primary Care Provider: Your main provider that cares for your basic health needs.
- Services: Care, treatments, testing, checkups, equipment, supplies, and other ways your health care providers help you stay healthy.
Telehealth uses technology so patients can be seen by their provider without going into the office. Telehealth may be covered when it is offered by providers who are enrolled with ND Medicaid.
Telehealth can be used for services including:
- Psychotherapy
- Vision
- Speech & Hearing
- Neuropsychology
- Physical & Occupational Therapy
- Diabetes Management
- 1915(i) Services
- Behavioral Services
- Dental
Call your provider and ask if you can use telehealth for your appointment. They will tell you how to use telehealth with the provider.
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