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Autism service paraprofessionals are covered by the state's telehealth rules

Qualified autism service paraprofessionals are added to the health care providers covered by the Medical Practice Act's telehealth rules, which require providers to tell patients about telehealth and get and document their consent first.

Who it affects

Qualified autism service paraprofessionals and their patients

When

This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.

Official text

California AB 375: Medical Practice Act: health care providers: qualified autism service paraprofessionals.
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