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Policymakers and the private sector should establish coordinated public transit-human services transportation programs to meet the needs of populations underserved by current systems.
Policymakers at all levels should expand access to NEMT for people of varying income and ability levels.
Policymakers should expand and improve affordable and accessible public transportation programs.
Policymakers and the private sector should develop and implement transportation programs and services to improve community transportation resources for older adults.
Policymakers and the private sector should meet the transit needs of people who are older, frail, or have disabilities. This includes:
Congress should provide adequate funding for ADA enforcement activities. It should utilize the higher federal match for compliance with the ADA. Congress also should
Federal and state governments should encourage coverage and payment of telehealth services for eligible beneficiaries to improve access and the quality of
Payment for telehealth services should be sufficient to incentivize telehealth use by providers and raise value for patients.