Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Summary
The Ensuring Excellence in Mental Health Act changes the Social Security Act to let Medicaid and Medicare pay for services provided by certified community behavioral health clinics (CCBHCs). It creates a prospective payment system, adds Medicare coverage without the Part B deductible, and offers grant and liability protections for these clinics. The goal is to improve access to high‑quality mental‑health care for Medicaid and Medicare beneficiaries.
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