Practice Management
Update about Telehealth Flexibilities
On March 14, Congress passed the Fiscal Year 2025 Continuing Resolution (H.R. 1968), which included a crucial extension of Medicare telehealth flexibilities. This legislation delays the requirement for an in-person evaluation within six months of providing telemental health services until September 30, 2025. Originally set to expire on March 31, these flexibilities are essential for ensuring continued access to mental health care for Medicare beneficiaries.
APA strongly supports efforts to permanently remove this requirement. We recognize that telehealth has become an indispensable tool in expanding access to mental health care, particularly for those in rural and underserved areas. A rigid in-person evaluation requirement would create unnecessary barriers to care, undermining the progress made in telehealth accessibility.
Financial Assistance
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has announced an opportunity for physicians impacted by the cyberattack and resulting disruptions with ChangeHealthcare to request advanced Medicare payments to help with cash flow disruptions. The details of the program, terms, and the steps needed to apply can be found in the links below.