Bill118th CongressFiled Mar 9, 2023Health
S. 729
Audio-Only Telehealth for Emergencies Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Mar 9, 2023)
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.
What just happenedMar 9, 2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Who’s behind it
Sen. Kennedy, John [R-LA](R-LA)Sponsor
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- Introduced in SenateMar 9, 2023
- Mar 9, 2023IntroReferral
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Finance Committee - Mar 9, 2023IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate