Regulations & Laws
Telehealth Billing Rules in 2026: What Still Applies
Medicare telehealth flexibilities have changed repeatedly. Here is how to code, bill, and document virtual visits correctly in 2026.
A moving target
Congress and CMS have extended many pandemic-era Medicare telehealth flexibilities in short increments. Always confirm the current status before billing, especially for originating-site and geographic rules.
Coding essentials
Use the correct place-of-service code and modifiers your payer requires, document patient location and consent, and note whether the visit was audio-video or audio-only.
Commercial payers differ
Each commercial plan sets its own rules. We maintain payer-specific telehealth policies so your claims go out right the first time.
This article is for general information and is not legal advice. Rules change often — confirm current requirements with CMS, your payers, or counsel.