SENATE 729118th CongressRead twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Audio-Only Telehealth for Emergencies Act
- Last Action
- 3/9/2023
Actions
- 2023-03-09Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
- 2023-03-09Introduced in Senate
CRS Summary
As of 2023-03-09 (00)
Audio-Only Telehealth for Emergencies Act
This bill requires Medicare to cover audio-only telehealth services during national emergencies. Payment for such services must be made at the same rate as for in-person services. The bill applies to services provided on or after January 1, 2025.
Subjects
- Emergency medical services and trauma care
- Health care coverage and access
- Health technology, devices, supplies
- Infectious and parasitic diseases
- Medicare
- Sound recording
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