Medical assistance coverage of audio-only telehealth extended.

HF 2172 extends Minnesota's medical assistance (Medicaid) coverage to include audio-only telehealth services for Medicaid enrollees from July 1, 2025, through July 1, 2028. The bill requires health care providers to document that audio-only communication was used and meet existing telehealth documentation standards, including specifying the mode of transmission and service details. This change directly affects Medicaid recipients who use phone-based telehealth appointments and the providers delivering these services. The policy update does not alter coverage for in-person services but expands telehealth options during the specified three-year period.