Update on state telehealth legislation trends
Federal and state policymakers continue to expand and refine telehealth regulation through legislative, regulatory, and enforcement actions affecting healthcare providers and digital health companies. Recent developments include changes to interstate licensure policies, prescribing rules, reimbursement requirements, privacy and cybersecurity expectations, and oversight of telehealth platforms and virtual care technologies. The article also highlights ongoing efforts to address cross-state practice, controlled substance prescribing, and the use of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence in telehealth services.