The General Assembly approved House Bill 140 Tuesday that is aimed at expanding access to healthcare through telehealth medicine. The bill would codify current COVID-19 related telehealth provisions in the statute, ensuring Kentuckians have continued access to medical care.
State Representative Deanna Frazier, who sponsored the bill, says she is proud that her colleagues passed this important measure with unanimous support in both the Senate and House. She added the utilization of telehealth has been an important component in addressing the spread of COVID-19. She said both patients and providers alike agree telehealth has allowed for timely, flexible, and efficient care, and is an effective tool in bringing healthcare to every corner of the Commonwealth.