Pipeline · Bill → Law
Step 1
Introduced
Nov 14, 2023
Step 2
Referred
Nov 14, 2023
Finance
Step 3
Committee
Step 4
Senate
Step 5
House floor
Step 6
Resolve Changes
Step 7
Signed
SummaryCRS Summary
This bill expands Medicare coverage of medical nutrition therapy services. Currently, Medicare covers such services for individuals with diabetes or kidney disease under certain circumstances; such services must also be provided by a registered dietitian or nutrition professional pursuant to a physician referral. The bill extends coverage to individuals with other diseases and conditions, including obesity, eating disorders, cancer, and HIV/AIDS; such services may also be referred by a physician assistant, nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, or (for eating disorders) a clinical psychologist.
Timeline · 2 actions
Nov 14, 2023
Introduced in Senate
Nov 14, 2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.