Bill > SF2743

This bill extends medical assistance coverage for audio-only telehealth services in Minnesota from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2028. Currently, telehealth is defined as interactive audio and visual communication, but this bill temporarily allows audio-only communication between healthcare providers and patients to be considered telehealth. The bill maintains existing requirements for healthcare providers, including documenting telehealth services with specific details such as service type, time, transmission mode, and location. Providers must also have written policies addressing patient safety, service efficacy, and quality assurance. The bill defines "telehealth" and "healthcare provider" broadly, including various medical professionals like community paramedics, mental health specialists, and counselors. The effective date is July 1, 2025, or upon federal approval, whichever occurs later. This extension aims to continue providing flexible healthcare access, particularly for patients who may have difficulty accessing video-based telehealth services, while ensuring proper documentation and patient care standards are maintained.

Health and Social Services

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF2743&ssn=0&y=2025