H283 - DHHS Recommend Telemedicine Policy. (SL 2017-133)

Overview: S.L. 2017-133 requires the Department of Health and Human Services to: (1) study and recommend a telemedicine policy for the State and (2) study the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) and its impact on the delivery of psychology services via the telehealth model. On or before October 1, 2017, the Department is required to report findings and recommendations on a telemedicine policy and on PSYPACT to the Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Health and Human Services.

The act became effective July 20, 2017.