The bill S. 377 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by introducing provisions that allow certain healthcare providers and physicians licensed in other states to offer telehealth and telemedicine services to clients in South Carolina. It establishes a new section, 40-42-40, which defines "provider" and "telehealth," and outlines registration requirements for out-of-state providers, including the need for an active license, a clean disciplinary record for the past five years, and a registration fee of ten dollars. Additionally, it mandates that telehealth providers display a hyperlink to the licensing board's website on their platforms and requires them to notify the board of any disciplinary actions or restrictions on their licenses.

The bill also amends Section 40-47-37 to include similar provisions for physicians providing telemedicine services. It defines "telemedicine," sets forth registration requirements, and includes similar stipulations regarding disciplinary actions and the publication of registrant information on the board's website. Both sections emphasize that the delivery of services is considered to occur within South Carolina, thus subjecting out-of-state providers to the state's jurisdiction. The act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.

Statutes affected:
02/25/2025: 40-42-40, 40-47-37
Latest Version: 40-42-40, 40-47-37