KEEP Telehealth Options Act of 2023

Bill 118 HR 1110, also known as the KEEP Telehealth Options Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to ensure that Americans continue to have access to telehealth services even after the COVID-19 public health emergency has ended.

The bill aims to make permanent many of the temporary telehealth flexibilities that were put in place during the pandemic, such as allowing healthcare providers to offer telehealth services across state lines and expanding the types of services that can be provided via telehealth. This is seen as a way to increase access to healthcare for individuals in rural and underserved areas, as well as for those who may have difficulty accessing traditional in-person care.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure that telehealth services are reimbursed at the same rate as in-person services, in order to incentivize healthcare providers to continue offering telehealth options. It also seeks to address issues related to privacy and security of telehealth services, to ensure that patients' personal information is protected. Overall, the KEEP Telehealth Options Act of 2023 is aimed at expanding access to telehealth services and making them a permanent and integral part of the American healthcare system. It is currently being debated in Congress, with supporters arguing that it is necessary to modernize and improve the healthcare system, while opponents raise concerns about potential fraud and abuse in telehealth services.