This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to authorize the Board of Occupational Therapy to establish a legislative rule concerning telehealth practice requirements and definitions. Specifically, it references the legislative rule filed in the State Register on June 4, 2024, which was subsequently modified to address concerns from the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee and refiled on August 29, 2024. The new rule is identified as 13 CSR 09. The primary aim of this legislation is to ensure that the Board of Occupational Therapy has the authority to create and implement regulations that govern telehealth practices within the state. This move is intended to enhance the clarity and effectiveness of telehealth services provided by occupational therapists, thereby improving access to care for patients.

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Introduced Version: 64-9-1