New Hampshire Bills Propose AI Audit Limits and Telehealth Reimbursement Parity

New Hampshire legislators have proposed two bills targeting health insurance practices, set for possible implementation in 2027. HB 1406 aims to restrict insurers from using artificial intelligence to audit or modify provider codes in ways that affect clinical judgment, requiring carriers to document AI use in claims processing and submit these records for state audits. Violations would be classified as unfair insurance practices, subjecting insurers to fines or restitution orders for care delays or denials. HB 1232 focuses on telehealth reimbursement, mandating parity between telemedicine and in-person service payments. The bill includes penalties up to $2,500 per violation and empowers the insurance commissioner to suspend or revoke licenses for noncompliance.