Bill > HR1650

This bill permanently modifies the Internal Revenue Code to expand telehealth services' accessibility within high deductible health plans (HDHPs). Specifically, the bill removes temporary language that previously limited the telehealth service exemption, effectively making it a permanent provision. Under current rules, HDHPs typically have strict guidelines about when services can be covered before a patient meets their high annual deductible. This bill ensures that telehealth services can be provided without cost-sharing requirements, even before a patient reaches their deductible, which can make healthcare more affordable and accessible. The changes will apply to all plan years beginning after December 31, 2024, giving health insurance providers and employers time to adjust their plans. By removing barriers to telehealth services, the bill aims to support continued use of remote medical consultations, which became increasingly important during the COVID-19 pandemic and have proven to be a convenient and effective healthcare delivery method for many patients.

Budget and Finance

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/1650/all-info