Press Release: Gov. Evers Signs Senate Bill 380 to Expand Health Care Access via Telehealth Services
State of Wisconsin sent this bulletin at 11/25/2019 12:41 PM CSTFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 25, 2019 |
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Gov. Evers Signs Senate Bill 380 to Expand Health Care Access via Telehealth Services |
RICHLAND CENTER — Gov. Tony Evers today signed bipartisan legislation, Senate Bill 380, now 2019 Wisconsin Act 56. The bill increases Wisconsin residents’ access to health care professionals through the use of telehealth services. Medicaid will now provide reimbursements for more remote patient care.
"Wisconsin residents deserve access to quality health care, regardless of where they live in our state,” Gov. Evers said. “Technology is one way to help folks get connected to the care they need, especially for residents in rural communities where they are struggling with provider shortages. I am encouraged to see this bill pass with such bipartisan support and I am proud to sign it into law today.” “Telehealth expansion will pave the way to significantly increase access to health care professionals including behavioral health care professionals,” Sec.-designee Andrea Palm said. “This is especially important for people who struggle with substance use disorders. Because of this legislation, patients can now receive treatment remotely.” With over 1 million Medicaid members in Wisconsin, these changes will significantly increase access to medical and behavioral health care. Senate Bill 380, now 2019 Wisconsin Act 56, requires the Department of Health Services (DHS) to:
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