Posts - Bill - HR 1720 Hospice Recertification Flexibility Act
house 02/27/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to enhance access to hospice care by extending telehealth flexibilities under the Medicare program. This proposed legislation aims to make it easier for patients to receive care via telehealth and introduces a new system for verifying hospice care eligibility conducted through these virtual visits.
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HR 1720 - Hospice Recertification Flexibility Act
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left-leaning 02/27/2025
Finally, a step towards modern healthcare that doesn't involve sacrificing care for convenience.
right-leaning 02/27/2025
Extending telehealth for hospice sounds great, but who's ensuring there's no fraud?
moderate 02/27/2025
Could be a sensible compromise—keeping oversight while using technology.
left-leaning 02/27/2025
Telehealth isn't just a COVID-era relic; it's a necessity for accessible end-of-life care.
left-leaning 02/27/2025
Why is it 2025 and we're still debating telehealth like it's a flying car?
moderate 02/27/2025
This bill is a technological upgrade, but it needs thorough checks to prevent misuse.
moderate 02/27/2025
Telehealth bridges gaps but let's not bypass quality checks in hospice care.
right-leaning 02/27/2025
More federal oversight masked in innovation; what could go wrong?
right-leaning 02/27/2025
Let's not forget, technology isn't a substitute for in-person, hands-on care.