Advancing Access to Telehealth Act

Hozzl · 2024-12-19T09:06:28Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7711 Advancing Access to Telehealth Act 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 7711

Bill 118 hr 7711, also known as the Advancing Access to Telehealth Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to expand access to telehealth services for individuals across the country.

The bill proposes several key provisions to achieve this goal. Firstly, it aims to increase funding for telehealth programs and services, particularly in underserved and rural areas where access to healthcare may be limited. This would help to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their location, have access to quality healthcare services through telehealth technology.

Additionally, the bill seeks to improve the reimbursement process for telehealth services, making it easier for healthcare providers to offer these services to their patients. By streamlining the reimbursement process, the bill aims to encourage more healthcare providers to adopt telehealth technology and expand their services to reach more individuals. Furthermore, the Advancing Access to Telehealth Act includes provisions to promote the use of telehealth technology in mental health services. This is particularly important given the increasing need for mental health support in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. By expanding access to telehealth services for mental health care, the bill aims to ensure that individuals can receive the support they need, regardless of their location. Overall, the Advancing Access to Telehealth Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to improve access to healthcare services through telehealth technology. By increasing funding, streamlining reimbursement processes, and promoting the use of telehealth in mental health services, this bill has the potential to greatly benefit individuals across the country.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7711

Bill HR 7711 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 19, 2024. Bill HR 7711 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 19, 2024. Bill HR 7711's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7711

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7711

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7711

Advancing Access to Telehealth ActAdvancing Access to Telehealth ActTo amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to make permanent certain telehealth flexibilities under the Medicare program.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7711

Debbie Dingell

Michigan(Democrat)

Jack Bergman

Michigan(Republican)

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