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IL SB3869
Bill
Status
1/13/2021
Primary Sponsor
Jacqueline Collins
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AI Summary
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Adds definition of "family caregiver" as a relative, partner, friend, or neighbor who assists a patient with activities of daily living, instrumental activities of daily living, or medical/nursing tasks.
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Requires network plans to include in provider directories whether providers offer telehealth or telemedicine services, what modalities and specific services are provided via telehealth or telemedicine.
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Requires network plans to disclose whether providers have the ability and willingness to include a family caregiver in a separate location during telehealth or telemedicine encounters if the patient consents.
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Applies these telehealth and family caregiver requirements to both electronic searchable directories and print directories available upon request.
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
Legislative Description
INS-TELEHEALTH PROVIDER INFO
Last Action
Session Sine Die
1/13/2021