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Extending Telehealth and Home Care Services in Medicare

This act extends access to telehealth services under Medicare until September 2027, meaning patients can continue to have online doctor visits without needing to go in person. It also expands the option for hospital care at home and introduces new rules for online diabetes prevention, making healthcare more accessible from home.
Key points
Increased Telehealth Access: The ability to use online doctor visits (including audio-only) under Medicare is extended until September 30, 2027, making healthcare more accessible, especially for rural residents.
Hospital Care at Home: The program allowing hospital-level care at home is extended until 2030, giving patients more options for care outside traditional hospitals.
Support for Limited English Proficiency: Guidelines will be developed to help telehealth providers better serve patients with limited English proficiency, ensuring access to interpreters and multilingual materials.
Online Diabetes Prevention Program: Starting in 2026, the Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program will include fully online services, making it easier for individuals at risk of diabetes to access support.
Enhanced Medical Equipment Oversight: New rules will be implemented to detect and prevent fraud related to claims for durable medical equipment (DME) and clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5081
Sponsor: Rep. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1]
Process start date: 2025-09-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Telehealth Modernization Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5081.

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 2025-09-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Telehealth Access: The ability to use online doctor visits (including audio-only) under Medicare is extended until September 30, 2027, making healthcare more accessible, especially for rural residents.
  • Hospital Care at Home: The program allowing hospital-level care at home is extended until 2030, giving patients more options for care outside traditional hospitals.
  • Support for Limited English Proficiency: Guidelines will be developed to help telehealth providers better serve patients with limited English proficiency, ensuring access to interpreters and multilingual materials.
  • Online Diabetes Prevention Program: Starting in 2026, the Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program will include fully online services, making it easier for individuals at risk of diabetes to access support.
  • Enhanced Medical Equipment Oversight: New rules will be implemented to detect and prevent fraud related to claims for durable medical equipment (DME) and clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Carter, Earl L. "Buddy" [R-GA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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