Rep. Katko Announces Successful Push to Change CMS Policy, Allowing Telehealth Services for Seniors Seeking Mental Healthcare
May 05, 2020
May 05, 2020
SYRACUSE, New York, May 5 -- Rep. John Katko, R-New York, issued the following news release:
Following advocacy by U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24), the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) made a significant policy change to expand Medicare coverage for audio-only telehealth services during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring seniors in Central New York have the ability to access quality mental healthcare over the phone. This move comes after Rep. Katko and U.S. Rep. Grace Napo . . .
Following advocacy by U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24), the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) made a significant policy change to expand Medicare coverage for audio-only telehealth services during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring seniors in Central New York have the ability to access quality mental healthcare over the phone. This move comes after Rep. Katko and U.S. Rep. Grace Napo . . .