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This bill, known as the "Nutrition CARE Act of 2025," aims to expand Medicare coverage for medical nutrition therapy services for individuals with eating disorders. The legislation highlights the significant impact of eating disorders, noting that 28.8 million Americans will experience an eating disorder in their lifetime, with approximately 1.6 to 2 million Medicare Part B recipients affected. The bill recognizes that eating disorders have a high mortality rate and can lead to serious medical complications. Specifically, the bill amends the Social Security Act to provide medical nutrition therapy coverage for Medicare beneficiaries with eating disorders, beginning January 1, 2026. The coverage includes an initial assessment and subsequent treatment sessions: 13 hours of services in the first year (including a 1-hour initial assessment and 12 hours of reassessment and intervention), and 4 hours in each subsequent year. Services must be provided by a registered dietitian or nutrition professional and require a referral from a physician or mental health professional. The bill emphasizes the importance of comprehensive treatment for eating disorders and aims to address the financial and health challenges associated with these conditions, particularly for elderly patients who may have additional health vulnerabilities.

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