Bills · S 3834
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 3834Health
Expanded Telehealth Access Act
INTRO FEB 11· LAST ACTION FEB 11
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses a significant barrier to healthcare access for many Medicare beneficiaries: the need to travel for therapy and specialized services. If it becomes law, it would greatly increase convenience, particularly for those in rural areas, individuals with mobility challenges, or those who lack reliable transportation, by allowing them to receive care from home.
Without this bill, Medicare's coverage for telehealth would remain more restricted, meaning fewer options for remote care for these specific services. By expanding eligibility, the bill could help ensure people get the care they need more consistently, potentially improving health outcomes and reducing the burden of travel for medical appointments. This change reflects a broader shift towards integrating telehealth into standard healthcare practices, especially after its expanded use during the pandemic.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Expands the definition of a 'practitioner' eligible for Medicare telehealth payments to include audiologists and speech-language pathologists.
This allows Medicare beneficiaries to receive hearing and speech therapy services remotely, increasing convenience and access.
PROVISION 02
Adds occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants (under supervision) to the list of practitioners eligible for Medicare telehealth payments.
Medicare beneficiaries can access occupational therapy, which helps with daily living skills, without needing an in-person visit.
PROVISION 03
Includes physical therapists and physical therapist assistants (under supervision) as eligible practitioners for Medicare telehealth services.
Seniors and those with disabilities can receive physical therapy remotely, aiding recovery and pain management from home.
PROVISION 04
Allows the Secretary of Health and Human Services to specify additional providers or suppliers who can furnish telehealth services under Medicare.
This provision provides flexibility to adapt to future healthcare needs and technological advancements in telehealth.
SPONSORSHIP
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R· Montana
YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 11
Introduced in Senate
FEB 11
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 3834
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 11, 2026
Last actionFeb 11, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · FINANCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 11, 2026
Senate BillS 3834Health
Expanded Telehealth Access Act
INTRODUCED FEB 11, 2026· LAST ACTION FEB 11, 2026
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
1
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