Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2023

United States118th CongressS-3297Senate
Updated: Nov 14, 2023

Summary

Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2023 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.

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HR-6407: Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2023

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

  1. Introduced in Senate

  2. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S5509-5510)

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