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Home-Based Heart and Lung Rehab: Permanent Telehealth Access

This bill aims to permanently allow patients to receive heart and lung rehabilitation services at home through telehealth. This means individuals needing these services won't have to travel to facilities, improving access to care and enhancing quality of life, especially for the elderly or those with limited mobility.
Key points
Patients can receive heart and lung rehabilitation at home using two-way video calls with medical professionals.
Doctors and hospitals will be able to provide these telehealth services, and health insurance will cover them.
Standards will be set for a patient's home to be designated as a provider-based location, similar to the "Hospital Without Walls" program.
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Print number: 118_HR_1406
Sponsor: Rep. Joyce, John [R-PA-13]
Process start date: 2023-03-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Sustainable Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Services in the Home Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1406.

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 2023-03-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Patients can receive heart and lung rehabilitation at home using two-way video calls with medical professionals.
  • Doctors and hospitals will be able to provide these telehealth services, and health insurance will cover them.
  • Standards will be set for a patient's home to be designated as a provider-based location, similar to the "Hospital Without Walls" program.
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. Joyce, John [R-PA-13].

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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