Alaska SB83 requires health care insurers to reimburse telehealth services at the same rate as in-person services.

Alaska SB83 amends state law to ensure health care insurers reimburse providers for telehealth services at the same rate as for in-person services. The bill also mandates that the Department of Administration make available bid specifications for desired insurance benefits to qualified insurance carriers, hospital or medical service corporations, and third-party administrators. The provisions apply to state employees, municipal employees, and eligible dependents, ensuring consistent coverage and reimbursement rates for telehealth services.

Alaska SB83 requires health care insurers to reimburse telehealth services at the same rate as in-person services.

Alaska SB83 amends state law to ensure health care insurers reimburse providers for telehealth services at the same rate as for in-person services. The bill also mandates that the Department of Administration make available bid specifications for desired insurance benefits to qualified insurance carriers, hospital or medical service corporations, and third-party administrators. The provisions apply to state employees, municipal employees, and eligible dependents, ensuring consistent coverage and reimbursement rates for telehealth services.