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Payments for Home Health Telehealth Services During Emergencies

This act allows payments for home health services provided remotely (via video or audio) during a declared public health emergency. This means that in challenging situations, such as pandemics, patients can receive necessary medical assistance at home without needing an in-person visit, enhancing safety and access to care.
Key points
Enables home health services to be delivered via video or audio during public health emergencies.
Improves access to medical care for homebound individuals, reducing infection risks.
Establishes rules for patient consent, documentation, and a limit on remote services (up to 50% of visits).
Ensures remote services are provided by agencies with whom the patient has an existing care relationship.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3371
Sponsor: Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]
Process start date: 2021-05-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HEAT Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3371.

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 2021-05-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Enables home health services to be delivered via video or audio during public health emergencies.
  • Improves access to medical care for homebound individuals, reducing infection risks.
  • Establishes rules for patient consent, documentation, and a limit on remote services (up to 50% of visits).
  • Ensures remote services are provided by agencies with whom the patient has an existing care relationship.
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. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19].

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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