Suhas Subramanyam said "we have been talking a lot in this Chamber about rising healthcare costs. One of the things that we are doing really well as a country to lower costs is telehealth, which allows people to see their providers faster and more often, and even see specialized providers from out of State. It saves time and money, and it is great for doctors, nurses, and seniors. Unfortunately, we are heading toward a telehealth coverage cliff because, on January 30, Medicare telehealth coverage will end, and many patients will have to see their doctors in person only. That is why I am urging my colleagues to pass the CONNECT for Health Act and make telehealth coverage permanent. This is common sense. It lowers costs, and it means less emergency room visits. Everyone wins. We must save telehealth coverage and pass this bill before the end of the month." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

On the recordJanuary 20, 2026

we have been talking a lot in this Chamber about rising healthcare costs. One of the things that we are doing really well as a country to lower costs is telehealth, which allows people to see their providers faster and more often, and even see specialized providers from out of State. It saves time and money, and it is great for doctors, nurses, and seniors. Unfortunately, we are heading toward a telehealth coverage cliff because, on January 30, Medicare telehealth coverage will end, and many patients will have to see their doctors in person only. That is why I am urging my colleagues to pass the CONNECT for Health Act and make telehealth coverage permanent. This is common sense. It lowers costs, and it means less emergency room visits. Everyone wins. We must save telehealth coverage and pass this bill before the end of the month.

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Suhas Subramanyam

Virginia

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Editor's note · Context

Addressing the impending end of Medicare telehealth coverage and advocating for the CONNECT for Health Act.

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