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Increased Access to Mental Health and Addiction Treatment via Medicaid

This act aims to improve access to mental health and addiction treatment for individuals covered by Medicaid. It removes previous restrictions that hindered funding for care in psychiatric facilities, potentially leading to better and more comprehensive support for those in need.
Key points
Medicaid will be able to cover treatment costs in psychiatric facilities, regardless of the patient's age, which was previously restricted.
Requires states to develop plans to increase access to outpatient and community-based mental health care and crisis services.
Mandates better coordination and data sharing among various healthcare providers to improve treatment outcomes.
States will need to report data on costs and utilization of services in psychiatric facilities and track patient treatment paths after discharge.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1201
Sponsor: Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-31]
Process start date: 2023-02-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Increasing Behavioral Health Treatment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1201.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Medicaid will be able to cover treatment costs in psychiatric facilities, regardless of the patient's age, which was previously restricted.
  • Requires states to develop plans to increase access to outpatient and community-based mental health care and crisis services.
  • Mandates better coordination and data sharing among various healthcare providers to improve treatment outcomes.
  • States will need to report data on costs and utilization of services in psychiatric facilities and track patient treatment paths after discharge.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Napolitano, Grace F. [D-CA-31].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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