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WA SB5036

WA SB5036
Concerning telemedicine.


summary

Introduced
01/09/2023
In Committee
03/13/2023
Crossed Over
02/01/2023
Passed
03/24/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/30/2023

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT Relating to extending the time frame in which real-time 2 telemedicine using both audio and video technology may be used to 3 establish a relationship for the purpose of providing audio-only 4 telemedicine for certain health care services; and amending RCW 5 41.05.700, 48.43.735, and 74.09.325. 6

AI Summary

This bill extends the time frame in which real-time telemedicine using both audio and video technology may be used to establish a relationship for the purpose of providing audio-only telemedicine for certain health care services. Specifically, it amends existing laws to allow audio-only telemedicine to be provided until July 1, 2024, rather than the previous January 1, 2023 deadline, as long as the patient has had at least one in-person or real-time interactive appointment with the provider within the past two years. The bill also includes provisions related to patient consent, provider billing, and enforcement for violations of the audio-only telemedicine requirements.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Effective date 7/23/2023. (on 03/30/2023)

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