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Report: Telemedicine, modernized licensing can help bridge health disparity gap

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When it comes to policy changes that could help bridge the gap, report authors pointed to ensuring health coverage, investing in social services, reducing administrative burdens and improving service delivery – including via telemedicine and licensure modernization.

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Managing Healthcare Compliance in North Carolina

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The Division of Health Benefits administers the state’s Medicaid program, which provides essential healthcare coverage to eligible individuals and families. Providers must be licensed in North Carolina, except under certain conditions, and must ensure that services align with their scope of practice.

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U.S. lawmakers reintroduce House bill safeguarding access to telehealth

Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

Authorize the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service to continue reimbursement for telehealth for 90 days beyond the end of the public health emergency. Make permanent the disaster waiver authority, enabling Health and Human Service to expand telehealth in Medicare during all future emergencies and disasters.

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Managing Healthcare Compliance in Mississippi

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The Mississippi Division of Medicaid administers health coverage programs to eligible residents, providing vital healthcare services to underserved and vulnerable populations in the state. For example, to improve healthcare accessibility, the state has developed a comprehensive telemedicine policy for providers to follow.

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Managing Healthcare Compliance in New Mexico

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The Medical Assistance Division (MAD) within the New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) administers the state’s Medicaid program, providing essential healthcare services and financial assistance to eligible low-income residents and families in New Mexico.

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Managing Healthcare Compliance in South Carolina

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The South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS) administers the state’s Medicaid program and works to enhance the health and well-being of South Carolinians through a range of healthcare services and initiatives. which further ensures that they meet state-mandated health and safety standards.

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Managing Healthcare Compliance in Idaho

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The Medicaid and Health program of Idaho provides health coverage to eligible low-income adults, children, pregnant women, elderly adults, and people with disabilities in the state, offering a range of medical and health-related services.