Several of the nation's largest health insurance providers have announced expanded coverage for telehealth mental health services, effective this quarter. The move follows sustained demand for remote therapy that began during the pandemic.
Under the new policies, plan members will have access to unlimited virtual therapy sessions with licensed counselors and psychiatrists, with copays matching in-person visit rates.
Industry analysts say the expansion reflects a permanent shift in how mental health care is delivered and financed in the United States, with telehealth now accounting for nearly 40 percent of all behavioral health visits.
