Coverage for Telehealth in New Jersey Extended to July 1, 2026

On December 31, 2024, Governor Phil Murphy signed Public Law 2024, Chapter 105 that extends, from December 31, 2024 until July 1, 2026, the requirement that health benefit plans in New Jersey reimburse telemedicine and telehealth services at the same rate as in-person services provided those services are already covered for in-person care under the plan. The law applies to benefit plans that cover hospital or medical expenses for covered services, including those offered by carriers, the State Health Benefits Commission, and the School Employees’ Health Benefits Commission. It also extends to the State Medicaid program and the NJ FamilyCare program, but excludes Medicare. The law also does not apply to healthcare services provided remotely through real-time, two-way audio without a video component, except for behavioral health services.