VPCR & Airvet

How do I navigate the VCPR?

As you know, VCPR requirements can vary state by state. In most cases, if you’re consulting with one of your own clients, or from a client of your hospital, it’s likely you’ve already got a valid VCPR. Generally, a valid VCPR can only be created and maintained through physical and in-person interaction with a pet. Here’s how you’d want to operate with and without a VCPR:

• If you do have a valid VCPR under your state’s guidelines, you can treat your client exactly as you would for an in-office visit; i.e. you can diagnose, treat, and prescribe medications and treatment plans. 
• If you don’t have a valid VCPR, you still have the ability to really help, as this is not considered “Telemedicine” but rather, “Telehealth.” While you cannot provide diagnoses, prescriptions, or treatment, most states allow veterinarians even without a VCPR to provide general medical advice, triage, and support or education materials to pet parents in need. In many cases, this is truly all that’s needed. It is your responsibility to ensure that you abide by your state’s guidelines and provide care accordingly.  

Airvet and the VCPR: Is Airvet VCPR compliant?

Absolutely! Just be sure to follow your state’s VCPR guidelines.