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How New Medicare Legislation Has Expanded Mental …

(8 days ago) WebA new federal policy change aims to tackle such problems head-on. Signed into law by President Biden on Dec. 29, 2022, the Mental Health Access Improvement Act represents a long-overdue overhaul that will modernize the way Medicare covers mental health …

https://www.ncoa.org/article/expanded-mental-health-care-access-for-people-with-medicare

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Important New Changes to Improve Access to Behavioral …

(5 days ago) WebAs we emerge from the COVID-19 public health emergency, it is abundantly clear that our nation must improve access to effective mental health and substance use disorder (collectively called “behavioral health”) treatment and care. For older Americans and individuals with disabilities enrolled in Medicare, many individuals have felt the …

https://www.cms.gov/blog/important-new-changes-improve-access-behavioral-health-medicare?linkId=227907438

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A new law could help millions of older Americans get …

(3 days ago) WebStarting today, the more than 65 million Americans who rely on Medicare will have better access to mental health coverage. Medicare now covers therapy appointments with licensed marriage and

https://www.npr.org/2024/01/01/1222405994/a-new-law-could-help-millions-of-older-americans-get-mental-health-help

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FACT SHEET: Biden- - The White House

(2 days ago) WebEnsuring robust access to mental health care has been a bipartisan priority for almost 15 years, since the 2008 enactment of the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA), a landmark

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2023/07/25/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-takes-action-to-make-it-easier-to-access-in-network-mental-health-care/

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New Federal Rules Seek To Strengthen Mental Health Parity

(2 days ago) WebOn July 25, 2023, the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury (the tri-agencies) proposed a new rule to strengthen the enforcement of the federal Mental Health Parity and

https://www.healthaffairs.org/content/forefront/new-federal-rules-seek-strengthen-mental-health-parity

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Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, …

(2 days ago) Web2023 comparative analysis report to Congress published alongside proposed rulemaking . WASHINGTON – The departments of Labor, Health and Human Services and the Treasury today announced an important step in addressing the nation’s mental health crisis by proposing rules to better ensure that people seeking coverage for mental …

https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2023/07/25/departments-labor-health-human-services-treasury-announce-proposed-rules-strengthen-mental-health-parity-addiction-equity-act.html

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HHS Finalizes Policies to Make Coverage More Accessible …

(7 days ago) WebToday, the Biden-Harris Administration, through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), announced measures that will make coverage more accessible, expand behavioral health care access, simplify choice, and make it easier for millions of Americans to select a health plan in 2024.

https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/hhs-finalizes-policies-make-coverage-more-accessible-and-expand-behavioral-health-care-access

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H.R. 1638: Improving Access to Mental Health Act of 2023 …

(4 days ago) WebThis Act may be cited as the Improving Access to Mental Health Act of 2023. 2. Improved access to mental health services under the Medicare program. Access to clinical social workers. Section 1833 (a) (1) (F) (ii) of the Social Security Act ( 42 U.S.C. 1395l (a) (1) (F) (ii)) is amended by striking 75 percent of the amount determined for

https://www.govtrack.us/congress/bills/118/hr1638/text

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Bennet, Wyden Introduce Bill to Increase Access to Mental and

(9 days ago) WebThe 2008 Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act extended mental and physical health care parity to private and employer-provided plans, but plans provided by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) were not subject to this requirement. This leaves the 60 million seniors covered by Medicare and many of the 90 …

https://www.bennet.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/2023/3/bennet-wyden-introduce-bill-to-increase-access-to-mental-and-behavioral-health-care-for-kids-seniors-and-low-income-americans

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New Studies on Access to Mental Health and Substance Use …

(9 days ago) WebUnlike Medicaid managed care and Affordable Care Act plans, Medicare is not subject to the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act, the anti-discrimination law that requires health insurance plans to offer mental health and substance use disorder benefits on par with medical benefits. Discriminatory standards contribute to the lack of

https://www.medicarerights.org/medicare-watch/2023/08/24/new-studies-on-access-to-mental-health-and-substance-use-disorder-care-highlight-the-need-for-parity-in-medicare

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Biden-Harris Administration Strengthens Medicare with Finalized

(2 days ago) WebExamples of new SEPs created by this rule are SEPs for eligible individuals who miss an enrollment opportunity because: 1) they were impacted by a disaster or government- declared emergency; 2) their employer or health plan materially misrepresented information related to timely enrollment in Medicare Part B; 3) they were …

https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2022/10/28/biden-harris-administration-strengthens-medicare-with-finalized-policies-to-simplify-enrollment-and-expand-access-to-coverage.html

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Medicare Mental Health Coverage What Changed and What Gaps …

(5 days ago) WebUptake, however, has been very low: only 0.1 percent of Medicare beneficiaries with mental illness received a service billed to one of the new codes in 2017–2018. 16 The fiscal year 2023 omnibus appropriations package requires the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to conduct outreach to health care …

https://www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/explainer/2023/mar/medicare-mental-health-coverage-included-changed-gaps-remain

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The December Omnibus Bill’s Little Secret: It Was Also a Giant …

(3 days ago) WebCongress passed legislation on mental health, drugs, pandemic preparedness, new Medicare benefits and Medicaid expansion — all before the arrival of the new House. Share full article 416

https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/22/upshot/new-health-policies-budget.html

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Talkspace Expands Tele-Mental Health to Medicare

(6 days ago) WebTalkspace has begun providing its online behavioral health program to traditional Medicare beneficiaries in 11 states, reaching about 13 members. By the end of this year, Talkspace plans to be available to all 33 million traditional Medicare members, along with several Medicare Advantage plans, across all 50 states. Jon Cohen, M.D.

https://www.managedhealthcareexecutive.com/view/talkspace-expands-tele-mental-health-to-medicare

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H.R.884 - Medicare Mental Health Access Act - Congress.gov

(4 days ago) Web(a) In general.—The first sentence of section 1861(r) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395x(r)) is amended— (1) by striking “or” before “(5)”; and (2) by inserting before the period the following: “, or (6) a clinical psychologist, but only with respect to the furnishing of qualified psychologist services described in subsection (ii) for which the …

https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/884/text

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Fetterman & Smith Introduce Bill to Establish Senate Commission …

(2 days ago) WebWashington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Tina Smith (D-MN) introduced the United States Senate Commission on Mental Health Act of 2024.The bill would establish a U.S. Senate Commission on Mental Health tasked with providing Congress and the president independent, expert policy recommendations to improve …

https://www.fetterman.senate.gov/press-releases/news-fetterman-smith-introduce-bill-to-establish-senate-commission-on-mental-health/

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Mental Health & Substance Use Disorders Medicare

(Just Now) WebMedicare covers certain screenings, services, and programs that aid in the treatment and recovery of mental health and substance use disorders. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988, the free and confidential Suicide Crisis Lifeline. You can call and speak with a trained crisis counselor 24 hours a day, 7 days

https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/mental-health-substance-use-disorder

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Americans on Medicare now get better access to mental health …

(2 days ago) WebA new law brings in changes for mental health patients and providers. Starting Jan. 1, the more than 65 million Americans who rely on Medicare will have better access to mental health coverage

https://www.npr.org/2024/01/02/1222389808/mental-health-medicare-therapy-counselor

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House committee passes Medicare telehealth extension bill

(Just Now) WebNew legislation extends the pandemic provisions for two more years, through 2026. The offsets for the bill include pharmacy benefit manager reforms. House committee passes Medicare telehealth

https://www.fiercehealthcare.com/regulatory/house-ways-means-committee-reveals-two-year-telehealth-extension-legislation

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Americans on Medicare now get better access to mental health …

(5 days ago) WebA new law brings in changes for mental health patients and providers. Starting Jan. 1, the more than 65 million Americans who rely on Medicare will have better access to mental health coverage. These are two types of therapists who make up around 40% of the Master's level mental health providers in the country, according to the …

https://health.wusf.usf.edu/npr-health/2024-01-02/americans-on-medicare-now-get-better-access-to-mental-health-care-heres-how

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Millions of Older Americans are Already Benefitting from AARP …

(2 days ago) WebAs we take time to acknowledge the contributions of past and current older persons during Older Americans Month, a new law passed in 2022 is lowering the prices of prescription drugs and creating significant savings for people with Medicare. Millions of older Americans are already benefitting from the new drug law, which requires Medicare …

https://blog.aarp.org/millions-of-older-americans-are-already-benefitting-from-aarp-supported-drug-law

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Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare

(7 days ago) WebPursuant to section 801(a)(2)(A) of title 5, United States Code, this is our report on a major rule promulgated by the Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) entitled “Medicare Program; Changes to the Medicare Advantage and the Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Program for …

https://www.gao.gov/products/b-336267

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Systems Advocacy - The Official Web Site for The State of …

(2 days ago) WebCommunity Health Law Project 4 Commerce Place Mount Holly, NJ 08060 (609) 261-3453 Community Health Law Project 35 Journal Square, Suite 827 Jersey City, NJ 07306 (973) 963-6295 Laurel House 316 Livingston Avenue New Brunswick, NJ 08903 (732) 246-0028 Mental Health Association 4 Jimmie Leeds Road Galloway, NJ 08205 (609) 652-3800

https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmhas/resources/services/treatment/mental_health/Systems_Advocacy.pdf

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New legislation would require NYPD precincts to hire social

(8 days ago) WebNew bill pushes hiring licensed social workers in every NYPD precinct 01:50. NEW YORK-- There's a push to staff New York City police precincts with social workers after several recent mental

https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/nypd-licensed-social-workers-legislation/

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HHS announces national strategy to improve maternal mental …

(2 days ago) WebThe Department of Health and Human Services May 14 announced a national strategy to address maternal mental health and substance use issues. The strategy was created by the Task Force on Maternal Health, a subcommittee of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s Advisory Committee for Women’s Services. …

https://www.aha.org/news/headline/2024-05-14-hhs-announces-national-strategy-improve-maternal-mental-health-care

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An EMS shortage forced this N.J. county to form its own unit. ‘We …

(7 days ago) Web“The new proposed state budget addresses significant needs for law enforcement, firefighters, mental health professionals, hospitals and others who are critical to our residents’ health

https://www.nj.com/bergen/2023/03/an-ems-shortage-forced-this-nj-county-to-form-its-own-unit-we-are-saving-lives.html

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Medicare Psychiatrists in Newark, NJ - Psychology Today

(7 days ago) Web"Grace Medical Consult (GMC), is a Psychiatric Mental Health Provider, in which the pioneer (Dr. A) has over 19 years' experience working with clients of different types of diagnoses; Psychotic

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/psychiatrists/medicare/nj/newark

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California Moves Faster to Transform Mental Health System for All, …

(9 days ago) WebWHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: California is accelerating the distribution of billions of dollars in new funding available to counties and others to construct outpatient, inpatient, and residential behavioral health facilities and creating new mental health resources for Californians across the state.. REDWOOD CITY – Today, while visiting a …

https://www.gov.ca.gov/2024/05/14/california-moves-faster-to-transform-mental-health-system-for-all-with-urgent-focus-on-most-seriously-ill-homeless/

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Baldwin, Moore Introduce Legislation to Support Mental Health for

(3 days ago) WebWASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congresswoman Gwen Moore (D-WI-04) introduced the Mental Health and Making Access More Affordable (MAMA) Act to better ensure pregnant women and new mothers can access affordable mental health care and substance use disorder services.The …

https://www.baldwin.senate.gov/news/press-releases/baldwin-moore-introduce-legislation-to-support-mental-health-for-pregnant-women-and-new-moms

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Strengthening Medicare and the care economy Budget 2024–25

(5 days ago) WebThe upgraded national network of 61 Medicare Mental Health Centres will open by 30 June 2026. They will provide clinical services for adults with moderate‑to‑severe mental health needs. The new Aged Care Act will put the rights and needs of older people at the centre of the aged care system. The new Act will provide the framework for

https://budget.gov.au/content/04-medicare.htm

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Shaheen, Baldwin Introduce Legislation to Support Mental Health …

(5 days ago) WebThe House companion legislation is being led by U.S. Congresswomen Gwen Moore (WI-04), Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Lucy McBath (GA-07). “Our country is facing a maternal mental health crisis, and all too often, the mental health needs of pregnant women and new moms fall to the wayside as they adapt to life with a newborn.

https://www.shaheen.senate.gov/shaheen-baldwin-introduce-legislation-to-support-mental-health-for-pregnant-women-and-new-moms

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Text - S.4312 - 118th Congress (2023-2024): A bill to establish a

(6 days ago) WebText: S.4312 — 118th Congress (2023-2024) All Information (Except Text) As of 05/10/2024 text has not been received for S.4312 - A bill to establish a United States Senate Commission on Mental Health for the purpose of providing to Congress and the President independent, expert policy recommendations to improve access to and …

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/4312/text

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Shining light on mental health awareness: Why organizations are …

(Just Now) WebMay 16, 2024. Organizations around New Jersey are lighting their buildings with a tint of green throughout the month to show solidarity for mental health awareness. The occasion is jointly sponsored by the Mental Health Association of New Jersey and Mental Health America to underscore the importance of prioritizing mental well-being through

https://www.roi-nj.com/2024/05/16/healthcare/shining-light-on-mental-health-awareness-why-organizations-are-going-green/

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Medicare Psychiatrists in Voorhees, NJ - Psychology Today

(9 days ago) WebPsychiatric nurse practitioners in Voorhees, or mental health nurse practitioners, perform many of the same functions as a psychiatrist. This includes diagnosing mental illness and prescribing

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/psychiatrists/medicare/nj/voorhees

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Budget 2024–⁠25: Cheaper medicines, new Medicare Urgent Care …

(Just Now) WebBudget 2024–⁠25: Cheaper medicines, new Medicare Urgent Care Clinics and more free mental health services in a stronger Medicare. The Albanese Labor Government is continuing to improve our health system: strengthening Medicare, the heart of universal healthcare, easing cost-of-living pressures with cheaper medicines, and embedding new …

https://www.health.gov.au/ministers/the-hon-mark-butler-mp/media/budget-2024-25-cheaper-medicines-new-medicare-urgent-care-clinics-and-more-free-mental-health-services-in-a-stronger-medicare

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N.Y. Prisons Holding Mentally Ill People in - The New York Times

(Just Now) WebSuzanne DeChillo/The New York Times. Eric Lee, one of the nine plaintiffs named in the lawsuit, had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia as a child. But Mr. Lee, 32, who is

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/08/nyregion/ny-prisons-solitary-confinement.html

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