HB557 expands telehealth services in Hawaii, allowing audio-only communication under certain conditions and requiring specific reporting on.

HB557 modifies Hawaii's approach to telehealth services, allowing audio-only communication for telehealth visits if the patient cannot use or does not consent to video technology. Verification of the patient's condition must be included with the claim. The bill defines telehealth broadly, including video conferencing, web-based communication, and remote monitoring. It also mandates that the Hawaii Insurance Commissioner's annual report include data on various types of telehealth claims, starting from 2026.

HB557 expands telehealth services in Hawaii, allowing audio-only communication under certain conditions and requiring specific reporting on.

HB557 modifies Hawaii's approach to telehealth services, allowing audio-only communication for telehealth visits if the patient cannot use or does not consent to video technology. Verification of the patient's condition must be included with the claim. The bill defines telehealth broadly, including video conferencing, web-based communication, and remote monitoring. It also mandates that the Hawaii Insurance Commissioner's annual report include data on various types of telehealth claims, starting from 2026.