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Expanding Telehealth Access and Remote Care in Medicare

This act aims to make it easier for individuals covered by Medicare to access remote medical services, such as online consultations and remote health monitoring. This means more people will be able to use telehealth, regardless of their location, potentially improving access to doctors and specialists, especially in rural areas.
Key points
Removal of geographic restrictions for telehealth services, making remote doctor visits easier.
Expansion of eligible locations for telehealth services, including patients' homes.
More types of medical professionals will be authorized to provide telehealth services.
Improved access to telehealth for federally qualified health centers, rural health clinics, and Native American health facilities.
Elimination of the in-person visit requirement before receiving telemental health services.
Strengthening oversight of telehealth to prevent fraud and abuse.
Increased support and information for patients and providers on using telehealth, including for individuals with disabilities and language barriers.
Integration of telehealth into quality of care measurements.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_1261
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2025-04-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CONNECT for Health Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_1261.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-04-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Removal of geographic restrictions for telehealth services, making remote doctor visits easier.
  • Expansion of eligible locations for telehealth services, including patients' homes.
  • More types of medical professionals will be authorized to provide telehealth services.
  • Improved access to telehealth for federally qualified health centers, rural health clinics, and Native American health facilities.
  • Elimination of the in-person visit requirement before receiving telemental health services.
  • Strengthening oversight of telehealth to prevent fraud and abuse.
  • Increased support and information for patients and providers on using telehealth, including for individuals with disabilities and language barriers.
  • Integration of telehealth into quality of care measurements.
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 Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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