On September 29, Louisiana introduced legislation (SB 34) that would allow the state to join the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact. Participation in this compact will allow ERIC member companies to expand their telehealth benefit offerings in Louisiana, ensuring that patients in the state will be able to see audiology and pathology providers promptly.
The bill will be considered today in the Louisiana’s Senate Committee on Health and Welfare. ERIC is submitting comments in support of the legislation prior to the hearing this afternoon.
Article by Shannon Belmont, Health Policy Associate