Expands Medicare coverage to include clinical social worker services in various health care settings.
The Integrating Social Workers Across Health Care Settings Act amends title XVIII of the Social Security Act to revise the definition of clinical social worker services. This change broadens the scope of services and supplies covered under Medicare, expanding beyond just the diagnosis and treatment of mental illnesses. The amendments apply to services furnished on or after December 1, 2025.
Included in complete analysis
- Overview
- Core Provisions
- Implementation
- Impact
- Legal Framework
- Critical Issues
See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.