US Lawmakers Renew Push For Diabetes Telehealth Bill
Executive Summary
Sen. Tim Scott has reintroduced the Prevent Diabetes Act in the US Senate that would direct Medicare to reimburse for virtual diabetes care, which includes paying for telehealth services.
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