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This bill, known as the "Telemental Health Care Access Act of 2025," proposes to amend the Social Security Act to expand telehealth coverage for mental and behavioral health services. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 1834(m)(7) to remove previous geographic restrictions on mental health services provided through telehealth, and broadens the definition to explicitly include behavioral health services alongside mental health treatments. The changes would effectively eliminate existing limitations on where patients can receive telehealth mental health services, making such services more accessible across different locations. The amendment is designed to be retroactive, with its provisions taking effect as if they had been included in the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021. By removing geographical constraints and expanding the scope of covered services, the bill aims to improve access to mental and behavioral health care through telehealth technology, potentially making these critical services more convenient and accessible for patients who might otherwise face barriers to receiving treatment.

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