S. 729 · 118th Congress
Audio-Only Telehealth for Emergencies Act
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- John Kennedy
- Introduced
- 2023-03-09
- Latest action
- 2023-03-09 · Introduced in Senate
Summary
Audio-Only Telehealth for Emergencies Act
This bill requires Medicare to cover audio-only telehealth services during national emergencies. Payment for such services must be made at the same rate as for in-person services. The bill applies to services provided on or after January 1, 2025.