Medicaid Coverage for Mental Health and Addiction Care Expanded
This bill expands Medicaid coverage for mental health and substance use disorder treatment. It removes a rule that previously limited federal funding for care in specialized facilities for many adults, making it easier for more people to access necessary treatment. The law also sets new quality standards for these treatment centers.
Key points
Medicaid will now cover mental health and addiction treatment in specialized facilities for adults of all ages, removing previous age restrictions.
More people struggling with mental health issues or substance use disorders may now qualify for Medicaid-funded care.
Treatment centers receiving Medicaid funds will need to meet new national, evidence-based quality standards for services and staffing.
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