The information below is collected from state licensure boards or regulatory agencies responsible for regulating the professions of audiology and/or speech-language pathology. The information is reviewed on an annual basis. Please be advised that laws, regulations, and policies may change at any time, so always check with your state for the most up-to-date information.
The state has licensure laws or regulations allowing telepractice. In order to use telepractice, providers must provide the same quality of care as in-person services and adhere to the following restrictions:
Reference:New Jersey Administrative Code 13:44c-11, Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (page 31–Telemedicine) [PDF]
New Jersey requires a telemedicine or telehealth organization to register with the Department of Health prior to providing services in New Jersey. Find out more information about this requirement at Telemedicine and Telehealth Organization Registry.
In August 2019, the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) rescinded the guidance on telepractice in the schools, therefore telepractice may not be used as a service delivery model at this time.
Reference: New Jersey Department of Education (2019). Memorandum: Delivery of Related Services to Students with Disabilities Through Telepractice [PDF], June 4, 2019.
No permanent laws or regulations identified that include audiology or speech-language pathology. However, check with the state or ASHA to learn about emergency or temporary provisions.
No regulations.
Not permitted.
Requirements for Clinical Internship
f) Clinical internship shall be under the direct supervision of a person licensed to practice audiology or speech-language pathology, as appropriate, by this State or another state which has standards substantially equivalent to those of this State.
Citation: N.J. Admin. Code § 13:44C [PDF]
Not permitted.
Exemptions
5) Students and trainees in audiology or speech-language pathology enrolled in an accredited college or university, provided that their services constitute part of their course of study and on-site supervision by a licensee is provided in the appropriate professional field.
Citation: N.J. Admin. Code § 13:44C [PDF]
Audiologists and speech-language pathologists should keep in mind that while a state may have passed telepractice reimbursement laws and/or regulations, this does not guarantee that payers will reimburse for these services. Learn more about considerations for audiologists and speech-language pathologists.
If a state has not established regulations on telesupervision, then contact the licensure board for further guidance and ask for written verification.
For further information on telepractice requirements for audiologists and speech-language pathologists, please visit these websites:
Questions regarding state advocacy issues? Call ASHA at 800-498-2071 and ask for the State Affairs Team.