This bill establishes provisions for remote patient monitoring specifically for pregnant patients who are unable to access in-person medical services. It allows healthcare providers to create a proper provider-patient relationship through the use of digital technologies that collect and transmit health data for analysis and treatment management. The bill mandates that expenses incurred for these remote monitoring services be reimbursed under the Medicaid program, ensuring that eligible beneficiaries can access these essential services.

Furthermore, the bill amends existing Medicaid regulations to officially include remote patient monitoring as an authorized service. It stipulates that payments for these services will adhere to established rules and regulations, and providers must certify that no additional charges will be imposed on recipients. The Commissioner of Human Services is also tasked with applying for necessary state plan amendments or waivers to implement these provisions and secure federal financial participation for Medicaid expenditures. The bill is set to take effect four months after its enactment, with provisions for anticipatory administrative actions to facilitate its implementation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 30:4D-6