To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to permit the use of telehealth for purposes of recertification of eligibility for hospice care.

Bill 117 hr 8505, also known as the Telehealth for Hospice Recertification Act, aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to allow the use of telehealth for the recertification of eligibility for hospice care. This means that individuals who are receiving hospice care can now have their eligibility for continued care assessed through telehealth services, rather than requiring an in-person visit.

The bill recognizes the importance of telehealth in providing convenient and accessible healthcare services, especially for individuals who may have difficulty traveling to healthcare facilities. By allowing the use of telehealth for hospice recertification, this legislation seeks to improve access to care for individuals receiving hospice services, while also potentially reducing the burden on healthcare providers and facilities.

Overall, the Telehealth for Hospice Recertification Act aims to modernize the process of assessing eligibility for hospice care by incorporating telehealth services, ultimately improving access to care for individuals in need of hospice services.