Americans can’t afford for telehealth options to expire

By Isabel Soto

Americans are not as sharply divided as we might think, especially when it comes to addressing the rising costs of health care.

Congress isn’t that divided either, and it has moved forward a bipartisan solution to driving down costs and ensuring access to care.

Millions of Americans rely on telehealth to get the care they need. It is crucial for treating mental health and ensuring access in rural and underserved communities. But telehealth isn’t just for those who otherwise lack access. All Americans are taking advantage of its availability. One in four adults have used telehealth in the last month, and nearly four out of five intend to use it in the future.

But this access could disappear in January if Congress doesn’t act soon…

Originally Published in Washington Reporter