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

Required; in-person or telehealth permitted. Allowed; telehealth good-faith exam permitted for initial visits.

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Good-Faith Exam Rules for Med Spas in North Dakota

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

Can the exam be done by telehealth

Allowed; telehealth good-faith exam permitted for initial visits.

Who can perform the exam vs. the injection

MD/DO, NP/PA independently or with collaboration, RN under delegation.

What to verify in North Dakota

Verify scope of practice for NP/PA staff and ensure compliance with delegation protocols; consult with ND Medical Board on specific practice structure.

Primary source: ND Medical Board; ND Board of Nursing

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

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