TELEMH Act of 2024

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Explore the details of House Bill 7858 TELEMH Act of 2024 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

10/4/2024, 8:07 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7858

The TELEMH Act of 2024, designated as H.R. 7858 in the 118th Congress and introduced on April 2, 2024, aims to address issues related to telecommunications and technology. The bill includes provisions that likely focus on enhancing access to telecommunication services, promoting the adoption of advanced technologies, and potentially setting regulations to safeguard digital infrastructure. Further details on specific directives or actions proposed in the bill can be explored through the provided links to the official PDF version and related resources.

Congressional Summary of HR 7858

Telehealth Enhancement for Mental Health Act of 2024 or the TELEMH Act of 2024

This bill requires the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to create a billing modifier for certain telehealth services under Medicare.

Specifically, the CMS must create a billing modifier for telehealth services that are billed as incident to a physician or practitioner's services.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7858

Bill HR 7858 is currently in the status of Introduced to Senate since September 18, 2024. Bill HR 7858 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 2, 2024. Bill HR 7858's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of September 18, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7858

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7858

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Health care coverage and access

- Health technology, devices, supplies

- Medicare

- Mental health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7858

TELEMH Act of 2024

Telehealth Enhancement for Mental Health Act of 2024

TELEMH Act of 2024

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a Medicare incident to modifier for mental health services furnished through telehealth and other telehealth services

TELEMH Act of 2024

Telehealth Enhancement for Mental Health Act of 2024

TELEMH Act of 2024

Telehealth Enhancement for Mental Health Act of 2024

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a Medicare incident to modifier for mental health services furnished through telehealth.