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Pain Management Access: Telehealth Psychological Evals for Neurostimulation

New rules make it easier to access chronic pain treatment using neurostimulation. Starting January 1, 2022, the required psychological evaluation before the procedure can be done remotely via telehealth. This means greater convenience and potentially faster access to needed care for individuals suffering from chronic pain.
Key points
Allows psychological evaluations for chronic pain neurostimulation to be conducted via telehealth.
Effective January 1, 2022, improving access to Medicare-covered treatment.
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Print number: 117_HR_1580
Sponsor: Rep. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5]
Process start date: 2021-03-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Access to Alternative Pain Management Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1580.

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 2021-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allows psychological evaluations for chronic pain neurostimulation to be conducted via telehealth.
  • Effective January 1, 2022, improving access to Medicare-covered treatment.
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. Latta, Robert E. [R-OH-5].

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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