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HR 2495119th CongressIn Committee
Nutrition CARE Act of 2025
Introduced: Mar 31, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Chu, Judy [D-CA-28] (D-California)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The Nutrition CARE Act amends Medicare to provide coverage for medical nutrition therapy services for individuals with eating disorders. The legislation adds eating disorder coverage to existing diabetes provisions, requires coverage through registered dietitians or nutrition professionals, mandates minimum therapy hours (13 hours initially, 4 hours annually), and allows referrals from physicians or mental health professionals.
Key Points
- 1Extends Medicare coverage to include eating disorder medical nutrition therapy
- 2Requires 13 hours of initial therapy plus 4 hours annually for ongoing treatment
- 3Mandates services be provided by registered dietitians or nutrition professionals
- 4Allows referrals from physicians or psychologists/mental health professionals
- 5Covers eating disorders as defined by DSM-5 criteria starting January 1, 2026
- 6Includes disease management services for eating disorder treatment
Impact Areas
Medicare beneficiaries with eating disordersRegistered dietitians and nutrition professionalsMental health providers and treatment centersEating disorder patients and familiesMedicare program and healthcare costs
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