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COVID-19 Telehealth Impact Reporting Act

This act requires collecting data on telehealth use during the COVID-19 pandemic. The goal is to understand its impact on healthcare access, quality, and costs, which could shape future policies for remote medical services.
Key points
Data Collection on Telehealth Use: The act mandates gathering information on how often and in what ways patients used telehealth, including video calls, phone consultations, and chat platforms.
Assessing Healthcare Impact: It will examine whether telehealth improved access to doctors, especially in rural areas, and how it affected treatment quality and patient data security.
Cost and Technology Analysis: Data will be collected on Medicare spending for telehealth and the types of technologies used, as well as the investments needed by healthcare providers.
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Print number: 117_HR_1406
Sponsor: Rep. Curtis, John R. [R-UT-3]
Process start date: 2021-02-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COVID–19 Emergency Telehealth Impact Reporting Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1406.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Data Collection on Telehealth Use: The act mandates gathering information on how often and in what ways patients used telehealth, including video calls, phone consultations, and chat platforms.
  • Assessing Healthcare Impact: It will examine whether telehealth improved access to doctors, especially in rural areas, and how it affected treatment quality and patient data security.
  • Cost and Technology Analysis: Data will be collected on Medicare spending for telehealth and the types of technologies used, as well as the investments needed by healthcare providers.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Curtis, John R. [R-UT-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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