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This bill requires health insurers in New Hampshire to provide telemedicine coverage and reimbursement at the same level as in-person medical services, specifically mandating that any telemedicine service code that is substantially equivalent to an in-person service code must be reimbursed at an identical rate. The bill establishes penalties for insurers who fail to comply, including administrative fines up to $2,500 per violation and potential suspension or revocation of the insurer's license. Furthermore, the bill creates a private right of action allowing aggrieved individuals to sue an insurer that has violated these telemedicine coverage requirements three or more times within a five-year period, with the potential to recover court costs and attorney's fees. Telemedicine, which refers to providing medical services remotely using telecommunications technology, has become increasingly important in healthcare delivery, and this bill aims to ensure that such services are treated equally to in-person medical consultations in terms of insurance coverage and reimbursement. The provisions of this bill will take effect on January 1, 2027.

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