OUT-OF-STATE TELEHEALTH PROVIDERS

SB 12 allows out-of-state health care providers without a New Mexico telehealth license to offer second opinions and treatment consultations to New Mexico patients. It specifically permits these services for patients who would travel to the provider's state for treatment, without requiring the provider to obtain a New Mexico license. The bill expands the list of eligible health care professionals who can provide telehealth services, adding roles like nutritionists, psychologists, and community health representatives. This change directly affects New Mexico patients seeking specialized care and out-of-state providers looking to serve them remotely.