HB 3727
Allows a physician or physician associate to use telemedicine to practice medicine or provide health care services under specified circumstances to a patient located out of state.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill allows physicians and physician associates in Oregon to use telemedicine to provide healthcare services to patients who are temporarily located outside of the state. It clarifies that the physician or associate must adhere to the laws of the state where the patient is located. The bill specifically outlines circumstances under which this telemedicine practice is permitted, including urgent or emergent situations and ensuring continuity of care.
Key provisions
- Physicians and physician associates can use telemedicine to provide healthcare services to out-of-state patients.
- The practice of medicine via telemedicine must occur where the patient is physically located.
- Telemedicine is permitted for temporary, urgent, or emergent care or to maintain continuity of care.
- A physician or physician associate must have an established patient-provider relationship before the patient travels out of state.
- The Oregon Medical Board and the patient's out-of-state licensing authority must be notified.
- The physician or associate must be available for consultation with a local healthcare provider.
- The definition of telemedicine includes synchronous and asynchronous technologies.
- The bill amends existing Oregon law regarding telemedicine practices.
Who is affected
- Physicians
- Physician Associates
- Patients located outside of Oregon
- Oregon Medical Board
- Medical licensing authorities in other states
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
David Brock Smith
Arguments in favor
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Supporters of telehealth expansion emphasize improved patient care and safety, citing benefits observed since the COVID-19 pandemic. Many share personal experiences highlighting the inconvenience and unnecessary cost of in-person appointments, particularly for those traveling or with limited mobility. Advocates also point to existing medical setbacks and adverse impacts on health and family resulting from outdated laws that restrict telemedicine communication. They propose updating Oregon's law to allow licensed providers to consult with patients remotely while they are physically outside the state, addressing concerns about access to care when traveling out of state.
Source: Testimony Summaries
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