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MN Legislative Session 2025: MAFP Priorities Remain in Play

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

Audio-Only Telehealth – Ensuring audio-only telehealth visits remain a reimbursable option. Lawmakers must pass a full budget before June 30 to avoid a government shutdown. Medical Assistance Rate Reimbursement – Aligning primary care reimbursement rates under Medical Assistance with Medicare rates.

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MN Legislative Session 2025: Updates on Hearings and Bills

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

It allows for telehealth services while establishing client-to-staff ratio requirements for group treatment settings. The bill also provides for enhanced payment rates for programs offering specific services, such as on-site childcare and culturally responsive programs. Status: The bill was laid over for possible inclusion in an omnibus bill.