Permanent Telehealth Payments for Rural Health Centers
This bill ensures permanent funding for telehealth services provided by federally qualified and rural health centers under the Medicare program. This means patients can access remote medical consultations, including by phone, without needing to visit a physical location, improving healthcare access, especially in rural areas.
Key points
Permanent Telehealth Funding: Telehealth services from federal and rural health centers will be permanently covered by Medicare.
Increased Accessibility: Patients can use telehealth, including audio-only calls, regardless of their location.
Easier Healthcare Access: The requirement for in-person visits is removed, benefiting those living far from health centers.
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