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Doctors Rally to Save Medicare Telehealth Access

3/1/2025

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The looming expiration of Medicare telehealth coverage on March 31, 2025, has ignited fierce opposition from doctors and patients, especially in rural communities. Oncologist Robert Hoyer's petition, now with over 21,000 signatures, calls on Congress to act. Lawmakers like Rep. Ro Khanna are championing the Telehealth Coverage Act to safeguard vital access to care.

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Story summary

The looming expiration of Medicare telehealth coverage on March 31, 2025, has ignited fierce opposition from doctors and patients, especially in rural communities. Oncologist Robert Hoyer's petition, now with over 21,000 signatures, calls on Congress to act. Lawmakers like Rep. Ro Khanna are championing the Telehealth Coverage Act to safeguard vital access to care.