South Dakota is expanding its definition of telehealth to include a broader range of digital communication methods beyond just video calls—now including secure electronic messaging, imaging, and other communication technologies that comply with privacy rules. Previously, telehealth was narrowly defined as only interactive audio-video conversations, which excluded phone calls, emails, and text messages. This change allows health insurance policies to cover more types of remote healthcare delivery.
Commerce and Energy Deferred to the 41st legislative day Passed, YEAS 10, NAYS 3.
Commerce and Energy Scheduled for hearing
House of Representatives Referred to House Commerce and Energy H.J. 21
First Reading House H.J. 7
Commerce and Energy — Deferred to the 41st legislative day