HR-6538 : Still Just a Bill


Modernized Medicine Act

This bill increases the Federal Medical Assistance Percentage (FMAP) for Medicaid telehealth services that are furnished during the public health emergency declared on January 31, 2020, relating to COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019). In order to receive the increased FMAP, state Medicaid programs must provide coverage that is consistent with Medicare coverage of telehealth services.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2020-04-17IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.House floor actions
2020-04-17IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Health
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  • Cardiovascular and respiratory health
  • Emergency medical services and trauma care
  • Health care coverage and access
  • Health technology, devices, supplies
  • Infectious and parasitic diseases
  • Intergovernmental relations
  • Medicaid
  • State and local finance
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