Texas HB3015 allows direct primary care fees to count toward insurance deductibles for certain state health benefit plans.

HB3015 amends the Texas Insurance Code to include direct primary care fees as qualified medical expenses for insurance deductibles. This applies to participants in the basic coverage plans under the Teacher Retirement System of Texas and the Employees Retirement System of Texas. Direct primary care involves fees paid directly to physicians for primary care services, including telemedicine and telehealth services. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB3015 allows direct primary care fees to count toward insurance deductibles for certain state health benefit plans.

HB3015 amends the Texas Insurance Code to include direct primary care fees as qualified medical expenses for insurance deductibles. This applies to participants in the basic coverage plans under the Teacher Retirement System of Texas and the Employees Retirement System of Texas. Direct primary care involves fees paid directly to physicians for primary care services, including telemedicine and telehealth services. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.