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Telehealth Provisions Extended Through 2025: What You Need to Know

Published in Government Relations on March 17, 2025

In a significant move for healthcare accessibility, the latest Continuing Resolution (CR) passed by Congress includes an extension of telehealth flexibilities and reimbursement policies. This extension, which runs through Sept. 30, 2025, ensures that millions of patients and healthcare providers can continue to benefit from telehealth services across the United States. 

Here’s a breakdown of the telehealth key provisions included in the CR: 

  • Waiver Of Geographic Requirements: Medicare beneficiaries can now access telehealth services regardless of their physical location, removing barriers for those in rural or underserved areas. 
  • Expanded Originating Sites: Patients can receive telehealth care from the comfort of their homes or other non-traditional settings, making healthcare more convenient and accessible. 
  • Broader Practitioner Eligibility: More healthcare professionals are now eligible to offer telehealth services, increasing the pool of providers and enhancing access to care. 
  • Support For Underserved Communities: Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) and Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) are authorized to continue providing telehealth services, an essential resource for rural and underserved populations. 
  • Mental Health Services: The in-person visit requirement for telehealth mental health services has been postponed. Additionally, RHCs and FQHCs can extend their telehealth mental health offerings, ensuring continuity of care in this critical area. 
  • Audio-Only Telehealth Services: The authorization for audio-only telehealth services has been extended, which is particularly beneficial for elderly patients or those without access to video capabilities. 
  • Telehealth For Hospice Care: Healthcare providers can use telehealth for face-to-face encounters required before recertifying eligibility for hospice care, streamlining care for terminally ill patients. 

These measures represent a commitment to maintaining the momentum of telehealth adoption, which surged during the COVID-19 pandemic. By extending these provisions, Congress aims to bridge the gap in healthcare access for diverse populations, from rural communities to urban centers. 

As telehealth continues to evolve, these policies underscore the growing recognition of virtual care as an integral component of modern healthcare delivery. 

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