S 4202·Federal·senate
Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act of 2026
In CommitteeFiled Mar 25, 2026
Sponsor: Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY] (R)
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S1616)
Mar 25, 2026
Summary
The bill increases the Medicare payment rate for psychologists from 75% to 85% of the fee‑schedule amount, beginning Jan 1 2027. It amends specific language in the Social Security Act to reflect the higher rate. The goal is to make mental‑health services more available to Medicare beneficiaries.
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