Medicare: No more 190-day limit for inpatient mental health care
This act removes the current 190-day lifetime limit on inpatient psychiatric hospital services covered by the Medicare program. This means individuals using Medicare will be able to receive necessary inpatient psychiatric care for longer periods without worrying about exceeding a day limit. These changes will take effect on January 1, 2023, providing greater support for citizens' mental health.
Key points
Eliminates the 190-day lifetime limit for inpatient psychiatric hospital services under Medicare.
Ensures unlimited access to inpatient psychiatric care for Medicare beneficiaries.
Changes will be effective starting January 1, 2023.
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