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Expanding Telehealth Access and Remote Care Services

This act aims to make it easier to access remote medical services, such as online appointments or home health monitoring. This means more people will be able to use telehealth, regardless of where they live, potentially improving access to doctors and specialists, especially in rural areas or for those with limited mobility. It also introduces measures to prevent fraud and abuse in telehealth billing.
Key points
Removal of geographic restrictions for telehealth services starting January 1, 2025, meaning patients can access telehealth from any location, including their home.
Expansion of eligible locations for telehealth services, including the patient's home and other clinically appropriate sites.
Allowing more types of healthcare professionals to provide telehealth services, increasing access to care.
Facilitating telehealth access for Federally Qualified Health Centers, Rural Health Clinics, and Native American health facilities.
Elimination of the in-person visit requirement for telemental health services, making mental health support more accessible.
Strengthening oversight of telehealth billing to prevent fraud and abuse.
Providing resources and training for patients and providers to ensure telehealth accessibility for individuals with limited English proficiency and disabilities.
Including telehealth in quality of care measurements to ensure high standards of service.
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Print number: 118_HR_4189
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-4]
Process start date: 2023-06-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CONNECT for Health Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4189.

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 2023-06-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Removal of geographic restrictions for telehealth services starting January 1, 2025, meaning patients can access telehealth from any location, including their home.
  • Expansion of eligible locations for telehealth services, including the patient's home and other clinically appropriate sites.
  • Allowing more types of healthcare professionals to provide telehealth services, increasing access to care.
  • Facilitating telehealth access for Federally Qualified Health Centers, Rural Health Clinics, and Native American health facilities.
  • Elimination of the in-person visit requirement for telemental health services, making mental health support more accessible.
  • Strengthening oversight of telehealth billing to prevent fraud and abuse.
  • Providing resources and training for patients and providers to ensure telehealth accessibility for individuals with limited English proficiency and disabilities.
  • Including telehealth in quality of care measurements to ensure high standards of service.
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-4].

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 2025-12-25.

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