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Audio-Only Telehealth Reimbursement

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With this online tool, you can find a roadmap for navigating reimbursement for audio-only telehealth in Washington State under SB 5036 Audio-Only Telemedicine – Reimbursement Conditions, effective July 23, 2023.

Select one of the following conditions.

I or another provider in the same integrated care group has seen the patient in person in the last three years.

Audio-only telehealth reimbursable at the same rate as in-person.

I or another provider in the same integrated care group has seen the patient via audio-visual telehealth in the last three years.

Audio-only telehealth reimbursable at the same rate as in-person.

Patient was referred by a provider who has personally seen the patient in person or via audio-visual telehealth in the last three years.

Audio-only telehealth reimbursable at the same rate as in-person.

None of the previous scenarios apply.

Payment for audio-only services may differ from in-person or disallowed for reimbursement

Please note that this online tool is intended as a reference only. AAPPN does not intend to provide legal advice. If you have any concerns about how your practice meets the law, be sure to contact the Washington State Department of Health or an attorney.


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