This exceptional measure was introduced during the coronavirus pandemic to make it easier for patients to contact their doctor and prevent the spread of the virus.
The temporary statute is now set to expire on 1 July; however, the Ministry of Health reports that reimbursements for remote consultations should be feasible once more by the end of the year.
The ministry is currently working on a new framework for teleconsultations and expects to complete the work by the end of September. The matter will then be referred to the nomenclature commission in the autumn with a view to enabling remote access to GPs through the winter.
Martine Deprez, Minister of Health and Social Security, said: “Teleconsultation has been an essential solution to ensure continuity of care during the COVID-19 pandemic. We recognise the commitment and professionalism of the health professionals who used this new consultation style. However, with the improvement of the health situation, it is time to re-evaluate our measures and turn to an approach more adapted to the post-pandemic reality.
