Bill > S03359

This bill expands telehealth healthcare service reimbursement by modifying existing New York state law to include services delivered through facilities licensed under Article 28 of the Public Health Law that are designated or eligible to be designated as Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), including those also licensed under Mental Hygiene Law Articles 31 (mental health services) or 32 (substance use disorder services). Specifically, the bill ensures that telehealth services provided by these facilities will be reimbursed at the same rates as in-person services, removing previous language that allowed commissioners discretionary authority in determining appropriate reimbursement. Additionally, the bill extends the existing telehealth reimbursement provisions, which were set to expire in April 2026, to April 2028, effectively maintaining the current telehealth service framework for an additional two years. The legislation aims to provide more consistent and comprehensive telehealth service coverage, particularly for mental health and addiction services, by standardizing reimbursement practices across different types of healthcare facilities.

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S3359