By: Chaunte’ Causey, Communications Manager, PCC
A new tax package signed into law on July 11, 2025, is a big win for telehealth access across the country. The legislation makes first-dollar coverage for telehealth permanent for people with High-Deductible Health Plans and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). This means patients can now have virtual visits without meeting their deductible first—removing a major cost barrier.
Why it matters for PCC and our communities:
- More access, fewer hurdles – Rural patients can now connect with care more easily and affordably.
- Long-term certainty – This isn’t a temporary extension—it’s a permanent policy, giving providers and patients peace of mind.
- Better benefit options – Employers can now include telehealth in their plans without added costs to employees.
However, some other telehealth flexibilities—like hospital-at-home and Medicare virtual care—are still set to expire later this year. PCC will continue advocating to keep those services available.
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https://www.chiefhealthcareexecutive.com/view/telehealth-gets-a-win-in-trump-s-tax-package
https://www.chiefhealthcareexecutive.com/view/telehealth-gets-a-win-in-trump-s-tax-package
