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Home-Based Heart and Lung Rehab: Permanent Telehealth Support

New rules permanently allow heart and lung rehabilitation at home using telehealth. This means patients can receive necessary support without leaving their homes, improving access to care and comfort. These changes will take effect from January 1, 2026.
Key points
Ability to receive heart and lung rehabilitation at home via video calls.
Doctors and hospitals will be able to provide these telehealth services, expanding access to care.
Geographic requirements for telehealth heart and lung rehabilitation will be removed starting 2026.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_248
Sponsor: Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]
Process start date: 2025-01-24
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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_S_248.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ability to receive heart and lung rehabilitation at home via video calls.
  • Doctors and hospitals will be able to provide these telehealth services, expanding access to care.
  • Geographic requirements for telehealth heart and lung rehabilitation will be removed starting 2026.
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. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN].

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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Health