Promotes peer support services in Medicare by including them at certain facilities.
The PEERS Act of 2025 amends the Social Security Act to include peer support services at specific facilities under the Medicare program. These services, provided by peer support specialists, aim to assist individuals with mental health conditions or substance use disorders in achieving recovery, community integration, self-empowerment, and self-determination. The bill modifies definitions and exclusions to ensure these services are recognized and accessible through Medicare, effective from January 1, 2027.
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