HR 7863
To require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to issue guidance on furnishing behavioral health services via telehealth to individuals with limited English proficiency under Medicare program.
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Bill overview
This bill directs the Department of Health and Human Services to create guidelines for providing behavioral health services through telehealth to Medicare patients who have limited English proficiency. The goal is to ensure these patients can access telehealth services effectively by addressing communication barriers. Specifically, the guidance will cover interpreter use, video platform integration, patient education, and providing materials in multiple languages.
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Michelle Steel
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