Texas HB1021 amends the Insurance Code to expand coverage of telemedicine and telehealth services under certain health benefit plans.

Texas HB1021 modifies the Insurance Code to redefine "health professional" to include those licensed or certified in the state to perform health care services and authorized to assist physicians or dentists. The bill also prohibits the board from requiring in-person counseling of patients. These changes apply to health benefit plans delivered, issued for delivery, or renewed on or after January 1, 2026. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1021 amends the Insurance Code to expand coverage of telemedicine and telehealth services under certain health benefit plans.

Texas HB1021 modifies the Insurance Code to redefine "health professional" to include those licensed or certified in the state to perform health care services and authorized to assist physicians or dentists. The bill also prohibits the board from requiring in-person counseling of patients. These changes apply to health benefit plans delivered, issued for delivery, or renewed on or after January 1, 2026. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.