Expanding Medicaid Coverage for Mental Health Treatment
This act aims to remove age restrictions in the Medicaid program, allowing coverage for mental health treatment for individuals under 65. This means more people will have access to necessary healthcare in specialized facilities, potentially improving their quality of life and access to treatment. The act also introduces new standards for these facilities to ensure high-quality services.
Key points
Medicaid will cover mental health treatment for all adults, regardless of age.
Mental health facilities must meet new national quality standards for care.
Increased access to addiction and mental health treatment for those in need.
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