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Massachusetts
These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 14, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Massachusetts, we recommend that you visit the state's COVID-19 Updates and Information website, COVID-19 State of Emergency resources or MassTrac's list of bills related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Description of Program and Relief
Health Insurance Coverage for Telehealth Services for Persons Impacted by COVID-19
All private health insurers, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc., the Group Insurance Commission, and Health Maintenance Organizations regulated by the Division of Insurance must allow all in-network providers to deliver clinically appropriate, medically necessary covered services to members via telehealth. No specific requirements may be imposed on the technologies used to deliver telehealth services (e.g., including any limitations on audio-only or live video technologies). These services must be covered without requiring cost-sharing of any kind—i.e., co-pays, deductibles, or coinsurance. Additionally, insurers cannot require prior authorization for these services.
Government or Lead Agency
Department of Public Health and the Division of Insurance
Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions
Not applicable
Application Deadlines (If Applicable)
Not applicable
List of Additional Information
https://www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-guidance-and-directives#health-care-professionals-&-organizations-
https://www.mass.gov/doc/bulletin-2020-02-addressing-covid-19-coronavirus-testing-and-treatment-issued-362020/download
Division of Insurance - (617) 521-7794
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