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Medicaid: Temporary coverage for mental health treatment during COVID-19 crisis.

This bill temporarily lifts Medicaid restrictions on funding for mental health treatment in psychiatric hospitals (IMDs) for adults. This means individuals needing intensive psychiatric care during the COVID-19 crisis and for 180 days thereafter can receive coverage for treatment in these facilities. The goal is to ensure access to necessary healthcare during a period of increased demand for mental health services.
Key points
Temporary removal of the rule excluding Medicaid funding for treatment in Institutions for Mental Diseases (IMDs).
The change is effective throughout the COVID-19 public health emergency period and for 180 days following its official end.
Increased access to inpatient psychiatric care for adults covered by Medicaid during the crisis period.
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Additional Information
MIND Act
Print number: HR 2297
Sponsor: Rep. Boyle, Brendan F. [D-PA-2]
Process start date: 2021-04-01