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Medicare Expands Coverage for Peer Support in Mental Health Recovery

This act adds peer support services to the Medicare program, benefiting individuals with mental health conditions or substance use disorders. It means Medicare beneficiaries can receive help from specialists with lived experience to aid their recovery and community integration. These changes will take effect on January 1, 2027.
Key points
Medicare will cover peer support services for individuals dealing with mental health or substance use conditions.
These services will be provided by certified peer support specialists, who have personal recovery experience, at specific healthcare facilities.
The goal is to help individuals achieve recovery, community integration, and self-empowerment.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3521
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2025-12-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PEERS Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3521.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-12-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Medicare will cover peer support services for individuals dealing with mental health or substance use conditions.
  • These services will be provided by certified peer support specialists, who have personal recovery experience, at specific healthcare facilities.
  • The goal is to help individuals achieve recovery, community integration, and self-empowerment.
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. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

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 2026-01-13.

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