Expanded Telehealth Access: More Specialists for Medicare Beneficiaries
This act aims to improve access to medical services through telehealth. It allows more types of medical specialists to provide remote services, with their visits covered under the Medicare program. This means greater convenience and availability of healthcare for many citizens, especially those in remote areas.
Key points
Expands the list of specialists eligible to provide telehealth services under Medicare, including audiologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech-language pathologists.
Allows occupational therapy assistants and physical therapist assistants to provide telehealth services under supervision, increasing access to therapy.
Increases flexibility in obtaining healthcare, enabling consultations with a wider range of specialists without requiring an in-person visit.
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