Telehealth Modernization Act of 2024

Hozzl · 2024-12-19T09:06:39Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7623 Telehealth Modernization Act of 2024 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 7623

The Telehealth Modernization Act of 2024, also known as Bill 118 hr 7623, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to update and modernize the regulations surrounding telehealth services in order to improve access to healthcare for all Americans.

One key aspect of the Telehealth Modernization Act is the expansion of telehealth services to include a wider range of healthcare providers, such as physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists. This would allow more Americans to receive care remotely, especially those in rural or underserved areas.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase access to telehealth services for Medicare beneficiaries by removing certain restrictions and expanding coverage for virtual visits. This would make it easier for older Americans to receive care from the comfort of their own homes, reducing the need for in-person visits and potentially lowering healthcare costs. Furthermore, the Telehealth Modernization Act includes provisions to improve the quality of telehealth services by establishing standards for telehealth technology and ensuring that providers are properly trained in delivering care remotely. This would help to ensure that patients receive high-quality care regardless of whether they are seeing a provider in person or virtually. Overall, the Telehealth Modernization Act of 2024 seeks to modernize and expand telehealth services in order to improve access to healthcare for all Americans. By updating regulations and expanding coverage, this bill has the potential to revolutionize the way healthcare is delivered in the United States.

Congressional Summary of HR 7623

Telehealth Modernization Act of 2024

This bill modifies requirements relating to coverage of telehealth services under Medicare.

Specifically, the bill permanently extends certain flexibilities that were initially authorized during the public health emergency relating to COVID-19. Among other things, the bill allows (1) rural health clinics and federally qualified health centers to serve as the distant site (i.e., the location of the health care practitioner); (2) the home of a beneficiary to serve as the originating site (i.e., the location of the beneficiary) for all services (rather than for only certain services); and (3) all types of practitioners to furnish telehealth services, as determined by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7623

Bill HR 7623 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 12, 2024. Bill HR 7623 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 12, 2024. Bill HR 7623's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7623

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7623

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Health

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Digestive and metabolic diseasesHealth care coverage and accessHealth technology, devices, suppliesHome and outpatient careLong-term, rehabilitative, and terminal careMedicareTelephone and wireless communication

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7623

Telehealth Modernization Act of 2024Telehealth Modernization Act of 2024To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to make permanent certain telehealth flexibilities under the Medicare program.

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