Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2007
Last action on Feb 7, 2007Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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The Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act of 2007 proposes to expand Medicare Part B coverage to include services provided by marriage and family therapists. This change would allow seniors to use their Medicare benefits to access mental health counseling in various settings, including rural health clinics, hospice programs, and skilled nursing facilities. Additionally, the bill would authorize these therapists to help develop discharge plans for patients transitioning out of hospital care to ensure they receive appropriate follow-up support.
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