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Why Do I Need to Provide an ID and Which IDs Are Accepted?

Whether you're seeing a provider in person or having an online therapy session, verifying your identity is a common practice in healthcare. It's often legally required and helps ensure safety, accurate records, and proper insurance verification.

Here’s a list of IDs you can use to verify your identity:

  • Driver license
  • Learner permit
  • Military identification card
  • Passport or passport card
  • Permanent resident card
  • Photo identification card issued by local government agency
  • State issued identification card
  • Student identification card

Please know that our site is secure for transmitting sensitive data as your information will be encrypted. For more on how Talkspace protects our client's information, check out this help center article: Is Talkspace Safe, Secure, and Confidential?

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