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Medicare Home-Delivered Meals Program for Improved Health Outcomes

A new Medicare pilot program aims to deliver medically tailored meals to the homes of eligible seniors and individuals with specific health conditions. This initiative seeks to improve health outcomes and reduce hospital readmissions by providing nutritional support. Participants will not incur any out-of-pocket costs for these meals and related nutritional therapy.
Key points
Eligible Medicare beneficiaries with diet-impacted diseases and functional limitations can receive free, medically tailored meals delivered to their homes.
The program intends to enhance patient health and decrease hospital readmission rates, potentially leading to better well-being and cost savings.
Hospitals will screen patients, arrange meal delivery, and provide medical nutrition therapy for at least 12 weeks.
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Print number: 119_S_2834
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2025-09-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Medically Tailored Home-Delivered Meals Program Pilot Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2834.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-09-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Eligible Medicare beneficiaries with diet-impacted diseases and functional limitations can receive free, medically tailored meals delivered to their homes.
  • The program intends to enhance patient health and decrease hospital readmission rates, potentially leading to better well-being and cost savings.
  • Hospitals will screen patients, arrange meal delivery, and provide medical nutrition therapy for at least 12 weeks.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

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 2025-12-23.

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