Columbia County Teletherapy FAQ

COLUMBIA COUNTY

Q. Are we allowed to provide teletherapy? 

A. Yes, for most districts. No, for Red Hook and Hudson school districts. The provider may email chairperson if they really want to provide teletherapy in those two districts.


Q. What services are allowed to use teletherapy? 

A. Everything but OT (for now).


Q. When can we begin providing teletherapy? 

A. As Soon as Possible.


Q. Are the reimbursement rates different? 

A. No, the reimbursement rates will not be different.


Q. Will there be separate enrollments / ESIDs for the teletherapy? 

A. No, there will not be separate enrollments/ESIDs for teletherapy services.


Q. Will we need to obtain parental / caregiver signatures? 

A. Yes, you will need to obtain Parental/caregiver signatures.