Reps Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Telehealth Benefits

Six US House representatives recently introduced a bipartisan bill that aims to expand access to telehealth benefits for American workers.

The bipartisan bill allows employers to offer workers standalone telehealth benefits.

The standalone telehealth benefits would operate similarly to dental and vision benefits, remaining separate from traditional healthcare plans. It would also apply to all workers, even those who work part-time or seasonally.

“The pandemic revealed how telehealth is a critical tool to ensure that Americans can receive timely, quality, and affordable care from their own home,” said Walberg in a press release. “Expanding telehealth services will help ensure that Americans have improved access to health care, especially in underserved areas."

Representatives also noted that although the federal government allowed workers to access standalone telehealth during the pandemic, President Biden’s recent announcement regarding the end of the public health emergency on May 11 may jeopardize benefits unless Congress acts. more

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