Transparent Telehealth Bills Act of 2024

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Explore the details of House Bill 9457 Transparent Telehealth Bills Act of 2024 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/4/2025, 11:12 AM

Summary of Bill HR 9457

Bill 118 hr 9457, also known as the Transparent Telehealth Bills Act of 2024, aims to increase transparency and accountability in the telehealth industry. The bill requires telehealth providers to disclose information about their services, including pricing, quality metrics, and patient outcomes. This information must be easily accessible to consumers on the provider's website.

Additionally, the bill establishes a Telehealth Quality Reporting Program, which requires telehealth providers to report data on patient outcomes, satisfaction, and other quality measures. This data will be used to evaluate the effectiveness of telehealth services and identify areas for improvement.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to protect patient privacy and ensure that telehealth services are provided in a secure and confidential manner. Telehealth providers must comply with existing privacy laws, such as HIPAA, and implement safeguards to protect patient information from unauthorized access. Overall, the Transparent Telehealth Bills Act of 2024 aims to promote transparency, accountability, and quality in the telehealth industry, while also protecting patient privacy and ensuring the delivery of safe and effective telehealth services.

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Current Status of Bill HR 9457

Bill HR 9457 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 6, 2024. Bill HR 9457 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 6, 2024. Bill HR 9457's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 785. as of December 19, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9457

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Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9457

Transparent Telehealth Bills Act of 2024

To amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to prohibit increased payments under a group health plan or group health insurance coverage for telehealth services furnished by a provider located at a facility.