Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S709)
Summary
The Medical Nutrition Therapy Act would let Medicare pay for dietitian services for patients with obesity, eating disorders, cancer, HIV/AIDS and other listed conditions, not just diabetes and kidney disease. It also permits physician assistants, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, and clinical psychologists (for eating disorders) to make the required referrals. The change is intended to improve health outcomes and lower costs for beneficiaries with multiple chronic illnesses.
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