HTA Conference

The HTA Conference is a significant event taking place in Honolulu, United States, focused on the advancements and policies surrounding telehealth services, specifically within the context of Hawaii's Medicaid Program (Med-QUEST). The conference will explore a range of topics related to the implementation of telehealth, remote patient monitoring, and the diverse modalities of telehealth services such as live video consultations, audio-only communications, and store-and-forward technologies.

Participants will engage in discussions about the ongoing legislative changes that impact telehealth practices, including provisions that allow for audio-only services until December 31, 2027. The conference will provide a platform for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders to share insights and best practices in telehealth service delivery.

Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the telehealth definitions and regulations as stipulated in the Hawaii Revised Statutes, which emphasize the importance of patient-provider relationships and the conditions under which telehealth services may be rendered. The conference will address the critical need for healthcare providers to maintain a network adequate to ensure timely access to covered benefits without unreasonable travel or delay.

The event will also highlight the expectations set forth by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding patient privacy and the limitations of telehealth service delivery in public settings. The HTA Conference aims to foster collaboration among health care providers and policymakers to enhance the quality of telehealth services in Hawaii, ensuring that they are clinically appropriate, accessible, and compliant with state and federal regulations.