Bill > S3521

This bill, known as the PEERS Act of 2025, aims to expand Medicare coverage by including peer support services at certain facilities. Specifically, it amends the Social Security Act to allow Medicare to cover these services when provided by community mental health centers, rural health clinics (RHCs), and Federally qualified health centers (FQHCs). Peer support services are defined as emotional, informational, instrumental, and social support provided by a peer support specialist to individuals diagnosed with a mental health condition or substance use disorder, with the goal of assisting them in recovery, community integration, self-empowerment, and self-determination. A peer support specialist is defined as an individual who is themselves recovering from a mental health or substance use condition and is certified as qualified to provide these services, adhering to national practice guidelines. This expansion of coverage is set to take effect for services furnished on or after January 1, 2027.

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