This bill amends existing laws related to health care insurance in Alaska, specifically focusing on reimbursement for telehealth services. It establishes that health care insurers must reimburse providers for telehealth services, including behavioral health, at the same rate as in-person services. Additionally, the bill clarifies the definition of "health care provider" and introduces new requirements for municipal health care insurance plans, ensuring they comply with the same reimbursement standards for telehealth services.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that self-insured group health insurance plans for state employees also adhere to these telehealth reimbursement requirements. It repeals certain sections of previous legislation that may conflict with these new provisions and sets an effective date for the changes to take place on January 1, 2027. Overall, the bill aims to enhance access to health care services through telehealth by ensuring equitable reimbursement practices.

Statutes affected:
SB0083A, AM SB 83, introduced 01/31/2025: 21.07.250, 21.42.599, 47.05.270, 29.10.200, 29.20.420, 21.42.450, 21.54.500, 39.30.090, 14.25.168, 14.25.480, 22.25.090, 39.35.535, 39.35.880, 39.37.145, 23.15.136, 39.30.091, 21.86.310, 14.25.110, 23.15.010, 23.15.210
SB0083B, AM CSSB 83(HSS), introduced 03/14/2025: 21.42.422, 21.07.250, 29.10.200, 29.20.420, 21.54.500, 39.30.090, 14.25.168, 14.25.480, 22.25.090, 39.35.535, 39.35.880, 39.37.145, 23.15.136, 39.30.091, 21.86.310, 14.25.110, 23.15.010, 23.15.210
SB0083C, AM HCS CSSB 83(HSS), introduced 03/23/2026: 21.42.422, 21.07.250, 29.10.200, 29.20.420, 21.54.500, 39.30.090, 14.25.168, 14.25.480, 22.25.090, 39.35.535, 39.35.880, 39.37.145, 23.15.136, 39.30.091, 21.86.310, 14.25.110, 23.15.010, 23.15.210