How are Telehealth services generally billed for veterans?

Billing for Telehealth services for veterans is conducted similarly to in-person visits, making this the correct choice. This approach streamlines the billing process and maintains consistency in care delivery across various formats of healthcare services. When veterans receive Telehealth services, the billing applies the same fee structure as traditional face-to-face encounters, which helps to reduce confusion and ensures that veterans are not penalized or discouraged from seeking care due to complex billing differences.

Telehealth services are designed to enhance access to care while keeping the process as uncomplicated as possible. Billing like in-person visits supports the overall goal of promoting health equity among veterans, ensuring they can utilize Telehealth without financial disadvantages. By leveraging the same billing mechanisms, the VA can effectively manage and reimburse Telehealth services, integrating them into the broader healthcare framework for veterans.