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- H.R.6538
H.R.6538: Modernized Medicine Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 116th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced April 17, 2020
- Latest Major Action April 17, 2020
Bill Sponsor
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - April 17, 2020
Bill Summary
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.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| April 17, 2020 |
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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| April 17, 2020 |
Introduced in the House by Joseph P. Kennedy III (D-Mass.) |