Three of the nation's largest health insurers have announced expanded coverage for telehealth mental health services, removing previous session limits and reducing copays for virtual therapy visits. The changes affect an estimated 80 million policyholders.
The move comes in response to growing demand for remote mental health care that surged during the pandemic and has remained elevated. Industry analysts say insurers are recognizing that telehealth reduces no-show rates and overall treatment costs.
Patient advocacy groups have praised the decision but note that coverage gaps remain for specialized services like psychiatric evaluations and group therapy conducted online.
