Congresswoman Fischbach Discussed Rural Telehealth and EMS Access in Ortonville

Willmar, MN - Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach met with Avel eCare and local EMS providers in Ortonville to discuss the important role telehealth-enabled EMS plays in rural Minnesota. The group highlighted how virtual care can improve emergency response, reduce unnecessary transports, and increase survival rates. The discussion also emphasized the need for sustainable funding, including Medicare reimbursement for treatment-in-place services, and the growing reliance on telehealth-enabled EMS across rural communities. Rep. Fischbach is a cosponsor of the CONNECT for Health Act which would make key Medicare telehealth flexibilities permanent and has continued to advocate for expanding access to telehealth in rural communities.