Congress looks to extend telehealth flexibilities into 2027
By HME News Staff
Updated 9:40 AM CDT, Mon September 15, 2025
WASHINGTON – Bills to extend telehealth for Americans enrolled in Medicare through fiscal year 2027 have now been introduced in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. Reps. Earl “Buddy” Carter, R- Ga., and Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., introduced the Telehealth Modernization Act of 2025, on Sept. 2. Sens. Tim Scott, R-S.C., and Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, introduced the bill on Sept. 8. Telehealth flexibilities for Medicare beneficiaries is set to expire Sept. 30.
Rep. Carter’s statement:
“Telehealth is a vital part of our health care system, and we must ensure that it is available to patients who need it. By extending telehealth flexibilities for patients, we are making health care more accessible, regardless of their physical location. As a pharmacist, one of my top priorities has been increasing the accessibility and quality of health care; this bill does both, in a bipartisan manner, and paves the way for more patients and providers to use 21st century technology.”
Sen. Scott’s statement:
“Improving access to high-quality health care for Americans is essential. We saw during the pandemic how effective telehealth can be for patients, and the Telehealth Modernization Act will ensure these services remain available for those who depend on them. By modernizing our telehealth laws, we can reduce barriers to care and improve health outcomes for patients across South Carolina and the country.”
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