HHS Expands COVID-19 Public Health Emergency until April, Preserving Key Telehealth Flexibilities

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has extended the public health emergency surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic until April, extending key waivers for regulations on a variety of topics such as telehealth.

The public health emergency declaration was originally scheduled to expire Jan. 21. HHS Secretary Alex Azar extended the emergency Thursday, according to a notice.

Source: https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/hospitals/hhs-expands-covid-19-public-health-emergency-until-april-preserving-key-telehealth