Minnesota · Moderate

Good-Faith Exam Rules for Med Spas in Minnesota

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

Required; in-person preferred, telehealth conditional Conditional. Telehealth GFE may be permitted if physician-patient relationship established and clinically appropriate.

The good-faith exam (GFE) is the legal gate before any injectable or device treatment. Minnesota'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 preferred, telehealth conditional

Can the exam be done by telehealth

Conditional. Telehealth GFE may be permitted if physician-patient relationship established and clinically appropriate.

Who can perform the exam vs. the injection

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

What to verify in Minnesota

Establish written delegation and supervision agreements with your medical director and verify compliance with Minnesota Board of Medical Practice guidance on RN/NP scope.

Primary source: Minnesota Board of Medical Practice; Minnesota Board of Nursing

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

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