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Audio-Only Telehealth for Emergencies Act

Introduced: March 9, 2023 Introduced by: Kennedy, John Republican · Louisiana See on congress.gov
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Mar 9, 2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Mar 9, 2023
Introduced in Senate
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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.

What's happening now March 9, 2023

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

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