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Telehealth Modernization Act: Extended Access to Online Medical Services

This act extends the availability of telehealth services under Medicare until September 2027, meaning patients can continue to have online doctor visits regardless of their location. It also improves access to healthcare for individuals with limited English proficiency, expands online diabetes prevention programs, and allows for in-home cardiac rehabilitation.
Key points
Telehealth Access Extended: The ability to use online doctor visits under Medicare is extended until September 30, 2027, regardless of the patient's location.
Support for Limited English Proficiency: Guidelines will be developed to facilitate telehealth use for individuals with limited English proficiency, including interpreter integration and multilingual materials.
In-Home Rehabilitation: Allows for cardiopulmonary rehabilitation services to be provided in a patient's home via audio-video technology until January 1, 2027.
Online Diabetes Prevention Programs: Expands Medicare Diabetes Prevention Programs (MDPP) to include online-only services until the end of 2030, with no enrollment limits.
Hospital at Home: Extends the Acute Hospital Care at Home waiver flexibilities until 2030, with additional studies on the quality and costs of this care model.
Fraud Control: Introduces new claim review rules for durable medical equipment and mandates a report on fraud risks in clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2709
Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC]
Process start date: 2025-09-04
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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_S_2709.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Telehealth Access Extended: The ability to use online doctor visits under Medicare is extended until September 30, 2027, regardless of the patient's location.
  • Support for Limited English Proficiency: Guidelines will be developed to facilitate telehealth use for individuals with limited English proficiency, including interpreter integration and multilingual materials.
  • In-Home Rehabilitation: Allows for cardiopulmonary rehabilitation services to be provided in a patient's home via audio-video technology until January 1, 2027.
  • Online Diabetes Prevention Programs: Expands Medicare Diabetes Prevention Programs (MDPP) to include online-only services until the end of 2030, with no enrollment limits.
  • Hospital at Home: Extends the Acute Hospital Care at Home waiver flexibilities until 2030, with additional studies on the quality and costs of this care model.
  • Fraud Control: Introduces new claim review rules for durable medical equipment and mandates a report on fraud risks in 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 Sen. Scott, Tim [R-SC].

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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