SMS Policy

Last updated: May 15, 2026

Who we are

TeleVerify, LLC (televerify.org) provides real-time telehealth compliance verification to licensed healthcare providers. Providers use TeleVerify to confirm they are licensed in the patient's state at the moment of a telehealth session, including audio-only phone sessions.

How SMS is used

TeleVerify sends transactional SMS messages on behalf of healthcare providers to their patients for the sole purpose of verifying patient location prior to a scheduled or in-progress telehealth session. SMS is initiated by the patient's provider through the TeleVerify dashboard; TeleVerify does not send promotional messages, marketing, or unsolicited communications via SMS.

Message content

The patient receives a single message containing a one-time link to a secure verification page where they confirm their current state. Sample message:

TeleVerify: Your provider Dr. Smith asked you to verify your location for your telehealth visit. Tap to verify: https://televerify.org/v/abc123 — Reply STOP to opt out.

Frequency

Messages are sent only when a provider initiates a phone-based or remote-verification session. A typical patient receives one message per session, with at most a small handful per month. There is no scheduled or recurring SMS campaign.

How consent is obtained

The patient's healthcare provider has an existing treatment relationship with the patient and has been given the patient's mobile number for clinical communication. Before initiating a TeleVerify SMS, the provider confirms with the patient that they may receive a verification text. TeleVerify operates as a HIPAA business associate of the provider under signed Business Associate Agreements.

Opt-out

A patient can opt out at any time by replying STOP to any TeleVerify SMS. They will receive a single confirmation message and no further texts. Replying HELP returns contact information for support.

Message and data rates

Standard message and data rates from the patient's mobile carrier may apply. TeleVerify does not charge patients for SMS.

Privacy

Phone numbers and verification details are stored only as needed to deliver the verification flow and to maintain audit records for compliance purposes. For more, see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Contact

Questions about TeleVerify SMS: support@televerify.org