Telehealth Coverage Act of 2025
Telehealth Coverage Act of 2025
Plain Language Summary
# Telehealth Coverage Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Telehealth Coverage Act of 2025 would expand insurance coverage for telehealth services (doctor visits conducted remotely via phone, video, or online platforms). While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically aim to ensure that health insurance plans—including Medicare and Medicaid—cover virtual care visits at the same rates and under the same conditions as in-person appointments. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect patients seeking remote medical care, healthcare providers offering telehealth services, and insurance companies that cover these services. It could expand access to care for people in rural areas, those with mobility limitations, and anyone preferring remote consultations. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Ro Khanna (D-CA) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House.
No additional legislative action has been taken at this time. *Note: Without access to the full bill text, this summary reflects the general intent suggested by the title. For complete details on specific provisions, consult Congress.gov or the bill's full text.*.
Latest Action
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.