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SB 30 Original 2026 Regular Session McMath
Present law authorizes state agencies and licensing boards that regulate healthcare providers to promulgate rules to provide for, promote, and regulate the use of telehealth in the delivery of healthcare services within the scope of practice regulated by the licensing entity.
Proposed law prohibits state agencies licensing boards or commission from adopting or enforcing any rule or policy that prohibits or restricts a licensed healthcare provider from using telehealth to evaluate, diagnose, or treat obesity or a related metabolic condition.
Effective upon signature of the governor or lapse of time for gubernatorial action.
(Adds R.S. 40:1223.4(D))