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Equal Insurance Coverage for Telehealth Mental Health and Substance Use Services

This act ensures private insurers cover mental health and substance use disorder services provided via telehealth at the same rate as in-person visits. This means citizens will not pay more for telehealth services and will not face additional barriers to accessing them. The act aims to improve access to mental health and substance use disorder care.
Key points
Insurers must cover telehealth mental health and substance use disorder services at the same rate as in-person visits, with no extra fees or barriers.
Providers cannot charge facility fees for telehealth services.
Insurers must inform enrollees about how to access in-network telehealth services and their coverage scope.
These provisions are effective until 90 days after the COVID-19 public health emergency ends.
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Additional Information
Tele-Mental Health Improvement Act
Print number: S 660
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Process start date: 2021-03-10
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Equal Insurance Coverage for Telehealth Mental Health and Substance Use Services

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 660.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Insurers must cover telehealth mental health and substance use disorder services at the same rate as in-person visits, with no extra fees or barriers.
  • Providers cannot charge facility fees for telehealth services.
  • Insurers must inform enrollees about how to access in-network telehealth services and their coverage scope.
  • These provisions are effective until 90 days after the COVID-19 public health emergency ends.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 660

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