Medical Nutrition Equity Act of 2021

The Medical Nutrition Equity Act of 2021 would require public and private health insurance plans to cover specialized medical foods, vitamins, and amino acids for individuals with specific digestive or metabolic conditions. This legislation aims to ensure that patients who rely on these medically necessary formulas and supplements to manage rare diseases can access them through their insurance providers. If enacted, the bill would reduce out-of-pocket costs for families who currently pay for these life-sustaining treatments as a regular part of their medical care.