MIEC Alert: Underwriting Approval Waived For Telemedicine During COVID-19 Pandemic
In an effort to support our members during this pandemic crisis, effective March 1, 2020, for services provided on or after, until February 1, 2021,* MIEC policyholders will not need prior underwriting approval for telehealth or telemedicine. All applicable state and federal laws and regulations will still apply and should be followed. The following guidelines should also be recognized and followed: The healthcare provider should be licensed in the state where they physically reside, AND where the patient physically is present. Providers should check with state licensing boards to see if any type of reciprocity is being offered for licensing...
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