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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 such care will no longer always have to travel to a hospital, making healthcare more accessible and improving their quality of life. These changes apply to both cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs.
Key points
Ability to receive heart and lung rehabilitation at home using video calls with a doctor.
Improved access to specialized care for individuals with heart and lung conditions, without the need for frequent facility visits.
Expansion of telehealth services covered by health insurance, potentially reducing costs and travel time.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_783
Sponsor: Rep. Joyce, John [R-PA-13]
Process start date: 2025-01-28
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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 119_HR_783.

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 2025-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ability to receive heart and lung rehabilitation at home using video calls with a doctor.
  • Improved access to specialized care for individuals with heart and lung conditions, without the need for frequent facility visits.
  • Expansion of telehealth services covered by health insurance, potentially reducing costs and travel time.
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. Joyce, John [R-PA-13].

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.

CATEGORIES

Health