MN HF2143

Removes the July 1, 2025 sunset date for audio-only telehealth communication between health care providers and patients, making it a permanent option under Minnesota telehealth law

Expands eligibility criteria for "serious and persistent mental illness" services by reducing the required inpatient episodes from two to one within 12 months (down from 24 months), adding more qualifying diagnoses (PTSD, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, eating disorder), and extending the civil commitment lookback period from three to five years

Modifies Medical Assistance nonemergency medical transportation reimbursement rates, including adding an additional $75 payment for protected transport trips exceeding 100 miles

Establishes an early episode of bipolar disorder grant program through DHS to fund evidence-based interventions for youth and young adults ages 15-40, including medication management, psychoeducation, case management, and employment/education support

Appropriates unspecified funding in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 for the children's first episode of psychosis program, with priority given to maintaining current programs and expanding services outside the metropolitan counties