S.3947

New Jersey S3947 permanently extends pay parity for telemedicine and telehealth services.

New Jersey S3947 amends existing law to permanently extend pay parity for telemedicine and telehealth services. It requires health benefits plans to cover and pay for services delivered through telemedicine or telehealth at the same rate as in-person services, provided they are covered by the plan. The reimbursement rate for audio-only telephone conversations must be at least 50% of the in-person rate. The bill also mandates that carriers cannot charge higher deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance for telehealth services.