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Post-COVID-19 Telehealth Access: New Rules and Reports

This act aims to facilitate access to telehealth services, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. It allows for the continuation of remote medical visits and the collection of data on their impact on healthcare. This means citizens can more easily access medical consultations from home, increasing convenience and healthcare accessibility.
Key points
Allows continuation of remote medical visits (telehealth) under Medicare during emergencies and for 90 days after.
Expands the ability of rural health clinics and federally qualified health centers to provide telehealth services.
Removes geographic restrictions for telehealth and permits home-based telehealth services starting in 2022.
Mandates data collection and reporting on telehealth's impact on care quality, access, and costs to inform future decisions.
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Additional Information
Protecting Access to Post-COVID–19 Telehealth Act of 2021
Print number: HR 366
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-5]
Process start date: 2021-01-19
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Post-COVID-19 Telehealth Access: New Rules and Reports

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 366.

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 2021-01-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allows continuation of remote medical visits (telehealth) under Medicare during emergencies and for 90 days after.
  • Expands the ability of rural health clinics and federally qualified health centers to provide telehealth services.
  • Removes geographic restrictions for telehealth and permits home-based telehealth services starting in 2022.
  • Mandates data collection and reporting on telehealth's impact on care quality, access, and costs to inform future decisions.

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. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-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 2025-12-28.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 366

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