HR 426 · 104th Congress · Health

National Commission on Telemedicine Act

Introduced 1995-01-05· Sponsored by Rep. Combest, Larry [R-TX-19]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and Finance.(1995-02-06)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] National Commission on Telemedicine Act - Establishes the National Commission on Telemedicine to assess the use of existing and emerging wired and wireless telecommunications and information systems technologies in: (1) health care and health research; (2) health professions student training and continuing education; and (3) medical condition monitoring by individuals at home. Requires the Commission to: (1) assess whether the technologies are effective in improving health care quality and accessibility and reducing cost; (2) identify provider use and acceptance obstacles; (3) develop a model definition of "telemedicine"; and (4) establish appropriate telemedicine service reimbursement. Authorizes appropriations from amounts otherwise appropriated for the National Telecommunications and Information Administration of the Department of Commerce.…

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Cosponsors (12)

6 Democrats6 Republicans