CTeL Leads National Effort to Shape Telehealth and AI Policy

WASHINGTON - March 14, 2025 - PRLog -- The Center for Telehealth and e-Health Law (CTeL), a leading authority in digital health policy, is taking decisive action to shape the future of telemedicine and artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. Through a series of high-impact policy recommendations, CTeL is ensuring that federal regulations support patient access, provider flexibility, and responsible innovation.

With its latest comment letters to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Administration's AI Action Plan, CTeL has cemented its role as a trusted voice in health policy. The organization's advocacy focuses on protecting telehealth prescribing rights, fostering AI transparency, and ensuring that regulatory measures reflect the realities of modern healthcare delivery.

Protecting Telehealth Access Against Restrictive DEA Regulations

In response to the DEA's proposed Special Registration Rule, CTeL is calling for evidence-based policies that maintain essential telemedicine flexibilities introduced during the pandemic. The organization strongly opposes arbitrary restrictions that could limit patient access to care, particularly for those in rural and underserved communities. CTeL's recommendations advocate for:

• Sustained prescribing flexibilities that prevent disruptions to patient care.
• Balanced oversight of telehealth platforms to ensure safety without creating unnecessary barriers.
• Expanded broadband access to support audio-video telehealth services in all communities.

Shaping the Future of AI in Healthcare Policy

CTeL's AI Blue Ribbon Collaborative is leading efforts to ensure that AI enhances healthcare rather than creating new obstacles. In its response to the Administration's AI Action Plan, CTeL urges policymakers to establish clear regulatory frameworks that:

• Recognize AI's diverse applications in healthcare, from clinical decision-making to administrative support.
• Prevent AI-driven care denials by ensuring transparency in insurance and prior authorization processes.
• Empower healthcare professionals with the training and resources needed to integrate AI effectively.

A Call to Action for Policymakers and Industry Leaders

As the regulatory landscape evolves, CTeL remains committed to championing policies that uphold patient rights and advance digital health innovation. The organization encourages lawmakers, healthcare providers, and industry stakeholders to engage in these critical discussions and support policies that enhance, rather than hinder, digital healthcare access.

"CTeL is at the forefront of shaping policies that define the future of telehealth and AI in healthcare," said Christa Natoli, Executive Director of CTeL. "Our expertise and research-backed advocacy ensure that regulations reflect real-world needs, keeping patient care at the center of policy decisions."

For more information on CTeL's advocacy efforts or to collaborate on health policy initiatives, visit www.ctel.org.