Telehealth is no longer temporary, and the rules that govern it continue to evolve in ways that directly affect care delivery, compliance, and reimbursement. In this session, Amanda Waesch will break down the most critical telehealth changes for 2026 in a practical and meaningful way so healthcare professionals can stay ahead rather than react after the fact.
Participants will gain a clear understanding of updated telehealth definitions, key revisions in the 2026 Physician Fee Schedule, and newly added services to the Medicare Telehealth list. The presentation will clarify changes to supervision requirements, important federal extensions, and current standards for prescribing controlled substances via telehealth. Rural and behavioral health policy updates will also be addressed to highlight what these changes mean for patient access and provider responsibilities.
The session will close with a forward look at proposed legislation that could shape telehealth in the coming years. Attendees will leave better equipped to make informed decisions, reduce compliance risk, and navigate the future of virtual care with confidence.
Lynn Anderanin CPMSM, PESC is an expert in credentialing and provider/payer enrollment with over 23 years of experience in the healthcare industry. Lynn Anderanin has a deep understanding of Medicare & Medicaid enrollment and is a nationally certified credentialing manager and provider enrollment specialist. Through, YS Credentialing PLLC, Lynn Anderanin helps organizations develop and implement best practices guidelines and processes. Guides the credentialing and payer enrollment structure. Thrives on training and growing administrative, credentialing and enrollment healthcare professionals.