“Now we’re talking about what technology should do.” A week after the Texas Medical Board imposed stiff conditions on the practice of telemedicine in the state , telehealth company Sprint was among a group of representatives at a closed - door meeting , in which attempts were made to find a “ compromise ” that could be submitted to the state legislature . In 2015 , doctors were banned from diagnosing or prescribed medication for patients with whom they have no direct relationship , but several healthcare groups are eager to reduce the “ regulatory footprint ” . It is hoped a decision will be reached by the legislature .
A week after the Texas Medical Board imposed stiff conditions on the practice of telemedicine in the state , telehealth company Sprint was among a group of representatives at a closed - door meeting , in which attempts were made to find a “ compromise ” that could be submitted to the state legislature . In 2015 , doctors were banned from diagnosing or prescribed medication for patients with whom they have no direct relationship , but several healthcare groups are eager to reduce the “ regulatory footprint ” . It is hoped a decision will be reached by the legislature .