Amends Medicaid to ensure coverage of mental health and substance use disorder services with primary care on the same day.
The Improving CARE for Youth Act amends title XIX of the Social Security Act to ensure Medicaid coverage of mental health services or substance use disorder services and primary care services when they are furnished on the same day. This includes services provided via telehealth by physicians or practitioners employed by or under contract with various healthcare facilities. The bill aims to improve coordination and access to resources for youth by ensuring these services are covered without restrictions.
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