Healthcare IT News October 28, 2025
A top ATA expert says without Medicare telehealth waivers or reimbursement guarantees – while facing increased operational challenges – more providers are issuing advance notices of non-coverage. Next are concerns about e-prescribing flexibilities.
The ongoing government shutdown is causing widespread disruption to telehealth services, particularly for Medicare patients, as the fate of expired COVID-19-era flexibilities remains uncertain. After three weeks, it’s leading to many healthcare providers scaling back or pausing telehealth services due to payment uncertainties and compliance risks.
Stakeholders like the American Telemedicine Association say the uncertain state of telehealth coverage for Medicare patients has led to increased patient cancellations and unnecessary in-person visits that exacerbate the strain on an already overburdened healthcare system.
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