Is a good-faith exam required before treatment in Delaware, and can it be done by telehealth?

Required; in-person exam by physician or qualified provider before treatment Conditional; varies by board interpretation—verify with Delaware Medical Board

Delaware · Moderate

Good-Faith Exam Rules for Med Spas in Delaware

The good-faith exam (GFE) is the legal gate before any injectable or device treatment. Delaware's rules on who performs it — and whether it can happen over telehealth — directly affect how you schedule and staff.

By Evan at Inside MedSpa

Is a good-faith exam required

Required; in-person exam by physician or qualified provider before treatment

Can the exam be done by telehealth

Conditional; varies by board interpretation—verify with Delaware Medical Board

Who can perform the exam vs. the injection

MD, DO, NP, PA, RN under physician supervision or delegation

What to verify in Delaware

Retain a Delaware-licensed physician as medical director with clear written delegation protocols, and confirm current telehealth GFE policy with the Delaware Medical Board.

Primary source: Delaware Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline; Delaware Board of Nursing

General business information for Delaware medical-spa owners, current as of 2026 — not legal advice. State boards update rules often; confirm specifics with the Delaware board (and your own counsel) before you act.

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