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To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand practitioners eligible to furnish telehealth services under the Medicare program.
3/21/2025, 3:00 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1614
Currently, Medicare only allows certain healthcare professionals, such as doctors and nurse practitioners, to offer telehealth services to patients. This bill seeks to expand this list to include a wider range of practitioners, such as physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists.
By allowing more types of healthcare providers to offer telehealth services, this bill aims to increase access to healthcare for Medicare beneficiaries, particularly those in rural or underserved areas. This could lead to improved health outcomes and increased convenience for patients who may have difficulty accessing traditional in-person care. Overall, the Medicare Telehealth Parity Act seeks to modernize the Medicare program and adapt to the growing use of telehealth services in healthcare. It is a step towards ensuring that all Medicare beneficiaries have access to the care they need, regardless of their location or circumstances.
Congressional Summary of HR 1614
This bill permanently allows audiologists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists to furnish telehealth services under Medicare.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1614
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1614
Total Number of Sponsors
3Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
3Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1614
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Comments
Sariyah Fitzgerald
8 months ago
I'm sad that not everyone will benefit from this. Who will benefit from this bill?
Adelina Curtis
8 months ago
I'm really glad that this bill is expanding telehealth services under Medicare. It will make it easier for me to access healthcare from the comfort of my own home. It's a positive step forward for healthcare accessibility.
Seraphina Patton
9 months ago
This bill is so important for expanding access to healthcare, especially during these difficult times. It's a step in the right direction for improving healthcare services for everyone. #telehealth #Medicare #healthcareforall
Maximiliano Hardy
9 months ago
I don't see why this is necessary, it just seems like a waste of time and money. I mean, who even uses telehealth services anyway? This is just another example of the government trying to control everything. I heard that this bill also includes provisions for mental health services, which is actually a good thing. #confused "Did you know that this bill also includes provisions for mental health services?"
Rose Fernandez
8 months ago
I'm so excited about this new bill! It's gonna make it easier for me to see my doctor without having to leave my house. This is gonna save me so much time and money. I can't wait to start using it! Short term, this bill is gonna make healthcare more accessible for people like me.
