House and Senate Legislation Would Allow OT Providers to Offer Therapy Via Telehealth

Legislation was introduced today in the House and Senate that would enable therapy providers and suppliers to receive a waiver from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to provide occupational therapy services via telehealth for Medicare reimbursement. The legislation was introduced by members of the Senate and House Telehealth Caucuses, with Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) leading in the Senate, and Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA) leading in the House. AOTA,