Telehealth Flexibilities Extended: Victory for Advocacy & Patient Care

To Our Valued Therapists and Therapy Assistants,

We are excited to share some great news: telehealth flexibilities originally set to expire on December 31, 2024 have officially been extended until March 31, 2025! This means we can continue providing critical care to our patients remotely, ensuring they receive the services they need without unnecessary interruptions.

This milestone is a testament to the power of collective advocacy. Your voices, combined with those of other rehabilitation professionals across the nation, played a vital role in convincing policymakers to recognize the importance of telehealth in rehabilitation. We are deeply grateful for your efforts—whether you contacted legislators, shared your stories, or educated others on the value of telehealth, you made a difference.

Why This Matters

Telehealth has proven to be a lifeline for so many of our patients, particularly those in rural areas or with mobility challenges. It’s not just a convenience; it’s a necessity. Extending these flexibilities allows us to continue:

• Delivering High-Quality Care to Patients in the Comfort of Their Own Homes.
• Supporting Continuity of Care in Extenuating Circumstances.
• Enhancing Access to Therapy Services Across Diverse Populations, Especially Those in Rural Areas.

Looking Ahead

While we celebrate this extension, we know questions remain about what will happen after March 2025. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and other stakeholders will continue evaluating the impact of telehealth on patient outcomes, access to care, and cost-effectiveness. We remain hopeful that these flexibilities will become permanent, but we must stay engaged in advocacy efforts to make that a reality.

We promise to keep you informed every step of the way. As soon as we receive any updates about telehealth’s future beyond March 2025, we will communicate them to you promptly.

Thank you for everything you do, every day.