Connecting Caregivers to Medicare Act of 2025

This bill amends the Social Security Act to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to conduct extensive outreach and education activities for Medicare beneficiaries. The primary goal is to inform individuals about the option to authorize a family caregiver to access their personal health information via the 1-800-MEDICARE telephone number. This authorization would be granted through a specified family caregiver information access authorization form, simplifying the process for caregivers to obtain necessary information. These efforts will target beneficiaries, providers, and caregivers, ensuring broad awareness of this new option. The outreach includes prominently displaying information on Medicare.gov and through Medicare Advantage plans, alongside training 1-800-MEDICARE operators to assist caregivers effectively. Furthermore, the bill mandates the Office of the Inspector General to develop and publicize best practices to protect beneficiaries from fraud related to unauthorized information access. It also requires opportunities for family caregivers to provide feedback on their experiences and ensures all materials are available in non-English languages.