Assembly Bill 212 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 that these providers must meet to be eligible for registration, including holding an active and unencumbered credential from another state, having no disciplinary actions in the past five years, and designating an agent for service of process in Wisconsin. Additionally, registered providers are required to 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 tasked with publishing a list of registered telehealth providers on its website, which will include detailed information about each provider's qualifications and disciplinary history. The registration will expire on the same renewal date applicable to the provider's practice, and the bill will take effect seven months after publication.