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Introduced
08/06/2020
08/06/2020
In Committee
08/06/2020
08/06/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand the availability of medical nutrition therapy services under the Medicare program. This bill expands Medicare coverage of medical nutrition therapy services. Currently, Medicare covers such services for individuals with diabetes or kidney disease under certain circumstances; such services must also be provided by a registered dietitian or nutrition professional pursuant to a physician referral. The bill extends coverage to individuals with other diseases and conditions, including obesity, eating disorders, cancer, and HIV/AIDS; such services may also be referred by a physician assistant, nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, or (for eating disorders) a clinical psychologist.
AI Summary
This bill, the Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2020, expands Medicare coverage of medical nutrition therapy (MNT) services. Currently, Medicare only covers MNT for individuals with diabetes or kidney disease, and the services must be provided by a registered dietitian or nutrition professional upon a physician's referral. The bill extends MNT coverage to individuals with other conditions, including obesity, eating disorders, cancer, and HIV/AIDS, and allows physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and clinical nurse specialists to refer patients for these services. In the case of eating disorders, the services can also be referred by a clinical psychologist.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S5275) (on 08/06/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/4504/all-info | 08/07/2020 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s4504/BILLS-116s4504is.pdf | 09/05/2020 |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s4504/BILLS-116s4504is.pdf.pdf | 09/05/2020 |
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