Expanded Telehealth Access Act

Hozzl · 2024-03-13T22:07:13Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 2880 Expanded Telehealth Access Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

3/13/2024, 10:07 PM

Summary of Bill S 2880

Bill 118 s 2880, also known as the Expanded Telehealth Access 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.

Telehealth services allow patients to receive medical care remotely, using technology such as video calls and messaging. This can be especially beneficial for individuals who live in rural or underserved areas, as well as those who have difficulty traveling to in-person appointments.

The Expanded Telehealth Access Act aims to increase the availability of telehealth services by removing barriers that currently exist. This includes expanding the types of healthcare providers who can offer telehealth services, as well as increasing reimbursement rates for telehealth visits. Additionally, the bill seeks to improve access to telehealth services for individuals enrolled in Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal healthcare programs. This would help ensure that more people have access to the care they need, regardless of their location or circumstances. Overall, the Expanded Telehealth Access Act is designed to make it easier for individuals to receive medical care remotely, improving access to healthcare services for all Americans.

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Current Status of Bill S 2880

Bill S 2880 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 21, 2023. Bill S 2880 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 21, 2023. Bill S 2880's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of September 21, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2880

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2880

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Potential Impact Areas

- Health care coverage and access

- Health facilities and institutions

- Health personnel

- Health technology, devices, supplies

- Hearing, speech, and vision care

- Home and outpatient care

- Internet, web applications, social media

- Long-term, rehabilitative, and terminal care

- Medicare

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2880

Expanded Telehealth Access Act

A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand the scope of practitioners eligible for payment for telehealth services under the Medicare program, and for other purposes.