Medicare would clarify coverage for occupational therapy for mental health and substance use.
This bill would make sure Medicare provides clearer information about covering occupational therapy for mental health and substance use disorders. It would require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to educate patients and providers on these benefits. This means people on Medicare and their therapists would get better guidance on what services are covered.
Today, there may be unclear guidance on how Medicare covers occupational therapy for substance use or mental health disorders, leading to potential inconsistencies. If this bill becomes law, the Secretary of Health and Human Services would be required to provide clear education and outreach within one year to clarify these coverage rules for patients and providers.
S 2847 · 119th Congress · September 17, 2025 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10
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