Medicare Coverage for Nutrition Therapy in Eating Disorder Treatment
This bill expands Medicare coverage to include Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) services for individuals diagnosed with eating disorders. This change ensures that Medicare beneficiaries, including the elderly, who suffer from these serious conditions will have access to a crucial component of comprehensive treatment, which was previously often uncovered. The new coverage is scheduled to begin on January 1, 2024, providing a minimum of 13 hours of therapy in the first year.
Key points
Medicare Expansion: Medicare Part B will cover Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) services specifically for beneficiaries with eating disorders.
Treatment Access: Beneficiaries will receive coverage for at least 13 hours of nutrition therapy during the first year of treatment (including assessment and intervention).
Qualified Providers: Services must be furnished by a registered dietitian or nutrition professional, following a referral from a physician or a psychologist.
Effective Date: The new coverage provisions are set to take effect starting January 1, 2024.
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