Permanent Medicare Telehealth Access: Expanded Services and Providers
The "Telehealth Modernization Act of 2024" aims to make permanent the temporary telehealth flexibilities under the Medicare program that were available during the pandemic. This means citizens will have easier and more lasting access to remote medical consultations, potentially improving convenience and access to healthcare, especially for those in rural areas or with mobility challenges.
Key points
Permanent expansion of access to telehealth services under Medicare, removing expiration dates for temporary provisions.
Increase in the types of medical professionals eligible to provide telehealth services, offering more choice and accessibility.
Retention of telehealth services for federally qualified health centers and rural health clinics, ensuring ongoing funding for these services.
Allowance for certain face-to-face encounters (e.g., hospice care, home dialysis) to be conducted via telehealth when clinically appropriate.
Coverage for telehealth services provided using audio-only communication technology, improving access for individuals without internet or video equipment.
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