Vermont H0058 mandates Medicaid coverage for medically necessary play therapy services.

Vermont H0058 requires the Agency of Human Services to provide Medicaid coverage for medically necessary play therapy. Play therapy, defined as a therapeutic modality using toys, games, and role-playing, must be provided by eligible professionals. These include psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, and psychoanalysts. The act takes effect on July 1, 2025.

Vermont H0058 mandates Medicaid coverage for medically necessary play therapy services.

Vermont H0058 requires the Agency of Human Services to provide Medicaid coverage for medically necessary play therapy. Play therapy, defined as a therapeutic modality using toys, games, and role-playing, must be provided by eligible professionals. These include psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, and psychoanalysts. The act takes effect on July 1, 2025.