COVID-19 Telehealth Coverage and Reimbursement

April 2, 2020

IHA yesterday issued a memo that summarizes key state policy changes on telehealth coverage related to the COVID-19 health emergency and that apply to claims covered under Medicaid fee-for-service and all HealthChoice Illinois managed care plans.  The memo also includes a list of resources:

• The latest IHA memos related to telehealth reimbursement for Medicare, Medicaid and commercial payers;   
• Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidance related to COVID-19;   
• Sample informed consent forms and telehealth templates; and   
• Guidance on business associate agreements.