MS HB863

Licensed healthcare providers may deliver primary care, mental health, and dental services via telemedicine (interactive audio, video, or electronic media) to Mississippi residents living in federally designated Health Professional Shortage Areas

Out-of-state healthcare providers licensed in other U.S. states, territories, or districts may provide telemedicine services to Mississippi residents in shortage areas without obtaining a Mississippi license

Providers delivering charitable telemedicine services in good faith are granted civil liability immunity, provided they execute a written waiver with the patient specifying no payment is expected

The bill excludes providers whose licenses have been suspended or revoked in any jurisdiction, and services must remain within the provider's licensed scope of practice

Effective date: July 1, 2021