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Free Preventive and Social Support Services via Community Health Workers in Medicare.

This bill integrates services provided by Community Health Workers (CHWs) into Medicare and Medicaid starting January 1, 2025. For Medicare beneficiaries, this means access to free preventive care and social support services, as the deductible requirement is waived. States are also financially incentivized with increased federal funding to adopt similar coverage under Medicaid.
Key points
Medicare (Part B) will cover community health services, including preventive care and support for chronic conditions, with no deductible for beneficiaries.
Services include addressing social factors affecting health, such as linking individuals to resources for food, housing, employment, and transportation.
States receive a 6% increase in federal funding if they choose to cover these CHW services under Medicaid, aiming to improve access for low-income populations.
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Print number: 118_S_3892
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
Process start date: 2024-03-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Community Health Worker Access Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3892.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Medicare (Part B) will cover community health services, including preventive care and support for chronic conditions, with no deductible for beneficiaries.
  • Services include addressing social factors affecting health, such as linking individuals to resources for food, housing, employment, and transportation.
  • States receive a 6% increase in federal funding if they choose to cover these CHW services under Medicaid, aiming to improve access for low-income populations.
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 Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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