Sec. 5723. Report on provision of mental health services via telehealth to members of the Armed Forces and their dependents
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Not later than March 31, 2024, the Secretary of Defense shall submit to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives a report on the provision by the Department of Defense of mental health services via telehealth that includes the following: A summary of relevant Federal and State laws and policies of the Department governing the provision of mental health services via telehealth to members of the Armed Forces and their dependents. An explanation of any challenges experienced by members of the Armed Forces and their dependents in receiving continuing care from a provider when assigned to a new State or location outside the United States.
An assessment of the value of receiving continuing care from the same mental health provider for various mental health conditions. A description of how the Department accommodates members of the Armed Forces who would benefit from receiving continuing care from a specific mental health provider. Such other matters as the Secretary considers relevant.