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Telehealth: Easier Access to Remote Medical Services

This bill aims to simplify access to remote medical services, known as telehealth. It removes previous restrictions on the patient's location when receiving such services and expands the list of places that can be considered an originating site for a telehealth consultation. This means more people will be able to access medical consultations without needing to travel to a healthcare facility.
Key points
Elimination of geographic requirements for telehealth services, allowing patients to use teleconsultations regardless of their location.
Expansion of the list of places from which patients can connect with a doctor, increasing flexibility and convenience in accessing healthcare.
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Print number: 118_HR_134
Sponsor: Rep. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16]
Process start date: 2023-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to remove geographic requirements and expand originating sites for telehealth services.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_134.

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 2023-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Elimination of geographic requirements for telehealth services, allowing patients to use teleconsultations regardless of their location.
  • Expansion of the list of places from which patients can connect with a doctor, increasing flexibility and convenience in accessing healthcare.
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. Buchanan, Vern [R-FL-16].

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 2025-12-24.

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