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Senate panel advances bill to allow patients in remission to continue out‑of‑state telehealth care
Summary
The committee advanced SB1002, which would extend telehealth access granted under AB1369 (the David Hall Act) to patients who enter remission after an immediately life‑threatening diagnosis. Supporters said continuity of specialist care is vital; medical groups warned of enforcement and licensure gaps.
Senator Nilo introduced SB1002, saying the bill would expand the David Hall Act (AB1369 of 2023) so patients who enter remission after an immediately life‑threatening diagnosis can continue to access out‑of‑state specialists by telehealth while existing safeguards remain in place. Senator Nilo said out‑of‑state physicians eligible under the bill would need to be in good standing with no history of prior discipline.
Robin Clough, a patient who described treatment for anaplastic thyroid cancer and care at MD…
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