Senate Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to revise telehealth and telemedicine laws in Montana by establishing a framework for out-of-state health care providers to register and provide services to patients within the state. The bill introduces several new sections that define key terms related to telehealth and telemedicine, outline registration requirements for out-of-state providers, and specify ineligibility criteria for registration. It also mandates that registered providers notify the appropriate authorities of any disciplinary actions or restrictions on their licenses and allows for electronic submission of required information, eliminating the need for in-person appearances during the registration process.

Additionally, the bill provides disciplinary authority to the Department of Labor and Industry for violations of the established regulations and clarifies the venue for civil or administrative actions related to telehealth services. It includes exemptions from the registration requirement for certain situations, such as emergency care or when consulting with a licensed provider in Montana. The bill amends Section 37-3-103 of the Montana Code Annotated to include the practice of telehealth or telemedicine by registered out-of-state providers as an exempted activity, thereby facilitating access to care while maintaining regulatory oversight.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 37-3-103
SB0438_1(1): 37-3-103
SB0438_1(2): 37-3-103
SB0438_1: 37-3-103