Allowing reimbursement for remote ultrasound procedures and fetal nonstress tests

This bill requires West Virginia's Medicaid program to reimburse remote ultrasound procedures and fetal nonstress tests (which monitor fetal heart rate) when performed at a patient's home or off-site location. It mandates that providers use secure digital technology meeting federal privacy (HIPAA) and safety (FDA) standards, and maintain the same care quality as in-person visits. The policy directly affects pregnant Medicaid patients who can receive these services remotely and healthcare providers who can now bill for them under standard medical codes. It also specifies that reimbursement applies without requiring a 30-day waiting period between consent and the procedure.