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Telehealth Access: No Deductible for High-Deductible Health Plans.

This act permanently changes rules for high-deductible health plans, allowing telehealth services to be covered without a deductible. This means remote doctor visits may become more affordable and accessible for individuals with such insurance. These changes take effect from 2025.
Key points
High-Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs) can now cover telehealth services without requiring a deductible.
Citizens using telehealth will not have to pay out-of-pocket upfront for these services, making remote care more accessible.
These changes are permanent and will apply to plan years beginning after December 31, 2024, ensuring long-term stability in telehealth access.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_763
Sponsor: Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT]
Process start date: 2025-02-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Telehealth Expansion Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_763.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • High-Deductible Health Plans (HDHPs) can now cover telehealth services without requiring a deductible.
  • Citizens using telehealth will not have to pay out-of-pocket upfront for these services, making remote care more accessible.
  • These changes are permanent and will apply to plan years beginning after December 31, 2024, ensuring long-term stability in telehealth access.
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. Daines, Steve [R-MT].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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