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Improved Access to Opioid Addiction Treatment and Recovery Support

This act aims to improve access to opioid addiction treatment, overdose reversal medications, and recovery support services. It means that individuals with Medicare and other health plans may have these costs covered without additional fees, helping to combat the opioid crisis.
Key points
No out-of-pocket costs (coinsurance, copayments, deductibles) for opioid addiction treatments, overdose reversal medications, and recovery support services for Medicare beneficiaries.
Most health plans will be required to cover opioid addiction treatments and support services without cost-sharing starting January 1, 2025.
Increased federal funding for states under Medicaid for medication-assisted treatment and recovery support services, potentially improving service availability.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1620
Sponsor: Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4]
Process start date: 2023-03-17
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1620.

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 2023-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • No out-of-pocket costs (coinsurance, copayments, deductibles) for opioid addiction treatments, overdose reversal medications, and recovery support services for Medicare beneficiaries.
  • Most health plans will be required to cover opioid addiction treatments and support services without cost-sharing starting January 1, 2025.
  • Increased federal funding for states under Medicaid for medication-assisted treatment and recovery support services, potentially improving service availability.
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. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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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