H.R. 6380 would amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide payments under the Medicare program for unscheduled physician telephone consultation services in the case that such payments are determined to be cost and quality effective.

== Detailed Summary ==

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(Log inMedicare Physician Telephone Consultation Services Coverage Act of 2008 - Amends title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act to editcover unscheduled physician telephone consultation services under Medicare part B (Supplementary Medical Insurance).

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== Status of the Legislation ==

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== Points in Favor ==

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