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Comprehensive Care for Alzheimer's and Dementia Patients

This act aims to improve care for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, as well as support their unpaid caregivers. It introduces new care management services designed to help coordinate treatment, monitor health status, and provide financial and psychological support, which can significantly ease the daily lives of patients and their families.
Key points
New care management services for individuals with dementia, including health monitoring, care planning, and psychological support.
Support for unpaid caregivers, including education, training, self-management tools, and assessment of their well-being.
No additional costs for patients for care management services under Medicare.
Ability to use telehealth services without geographic limitations and support for non-medical services provided by community organizations, such as respite care.
Patient pathways based on clinical needs and resources to ensure more personalized support.
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Print number: 118_HR_1637
Sponsor: Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16]
Process start date: 2023-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Comprehensive Care for Alzheimer’s Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1637.

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:

  • New care management services for individuals with dementia, including health monitoring, care planning, and psychological support.
  • Support for unpaid caregivers, including education, training, self-management tools, and assessment of their well-being.
  • No additional costs for patients for care management services under Medicare.
  • Ability to use telehealth services without geographic limitations and support for non-medical services provided by community organizations, such as respite care.
  • Patient pathways based on clinical needs and resources to ensure more personalized support.
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. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16].

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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