Improving Access to Institutional Mental Health Care Act

This bill would change federal Medicaid law so that Medicaid can pay for items and services for patients in an institution for mental diseases. Current law excludes this coverage for many patients, including those under age 65. The bill removes the age limit of 65 and older from several related sections of the Social Security Act so that patients under 65 in these institutions could be covered. The changes would take effect on October 1, 2025, and apply to items and services provided on or after that date.

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Sponsors

• Shri Thanedar Democrat sponsor
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