The bill amends the New Mexico Telehealth Act to expand the definition of "health care provider" to include all licensed social workers, thereby allowing them to provide telehealth services. This change is reflected in the updated language of Section 24-25-3, which now lists "a licensed social worker" among the various health care professionals eligible to deliver care via telehealth.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes that the New Mexico Telehealth Act does not change the scope of practice for any health care provider and encourages health insurers and the state's medical assistance program to cover telehealth services. It also clarifies that supervision requirements for telehealth services must align with those for in-person practice, ensuring that licensed professionals maintain the same level of oversight regardless of the delivery method.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 24-25-3
Final Version: 24-25-3, 24-25-5