Senate Bill 214 proposes the creation of a new statute, 440.18, which allows out-of-state health care providers to offer telehealth services in Wisconsin after registering with the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) or an applicable credentialing board. The bill outlines specific criteria for registration, including the requirement that the provider holds an active and unencumbered credential from another state, has not faced disciplinary action in the past five years, and designates an agent for service of process in Wisconsin. Additionally, registered providers must maintain malpractice liability insurance that covers services provided to patients in the state.

The bill also mandates that registered telehealth providers notify DSPS of any restrictions or disciplinary actions against their credentials within five business days. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in disciplinary action from DSPS or the credentialing board, including suspension or revocation of the registration. Furthermore, DSPS is required to maintain a public list of registered telehealth providers, detailing their qualifications and disciplinary history. The registration will expire on the renewal date specified for the provider's practice, and the bill will take effect seven months after publication.