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Permanent Medicare Payments for Telehealth in Rural and Federal Centers

This bill ensures permanent funding for telehealth services for Medicare patients provided by federally qualified health centers and rural health clinics. This means that remote access to doctors, including by phone, will be easier and permanently available, regardless of where you live. This will facilitate healthcare, especially for those living far from medical facilities.
Key points
Telehealth services, including audio-only calls, will be permanently funded under Medicare.
Restrictions on the patient's location when connecting with a doctor are removed, improving healthcare access.
Federally qualified and rural health clinics can provide telehealth as a standard service, increasing care availability.
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Print number: 117_HR_4437
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Glenn [R-PA-15]
Process start date: 2021-07-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

HEALTH Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4437.

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 2021-07-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Telehealth services, including audio-only calls, will be permanently funded under Medicare.
  • Restrictions on the patient's location when connecting with a doctor are removed, improving healthcare access.
  • Federally qualified and rural health clinics can provide telehealth as a standard service, increasing care availability.
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, Glenn [R-PA-15].

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.

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