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

Required; in-person exam before treatment Not allowed; in-person exam required

Louisiana · Strict

Good-Faith Exam Rules for Med Spas in Louisiana

The good-faith exam (GFE) is the legal gate before any injectable or device treatment. Louisiana'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 before treatment

Can the exam be done by telehealth

Not allowed; in-person exam required

Who can perform the exam vs. the injection

MD, DO, NP, PA under physician supervision; RN scope limited

What to verify in Louisiana

Consult with Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners to clarify RN injection scope and ensure physician ownership or controlling interest in the medical spa entity.

Primary source: Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners

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

See the full Louisiana regulation profile →

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