Medical Nutrition Equity Act of 2021

Medical Nutrition Equity Act of 2021

This bill expands coverage under Medicare, Medicaid, other specified federal health care programs, and private health insurance to include foods, vitamins, and individual amino acids that are medically necessary for the management of certain digestive and metabolic disorders and conditions.

Bill 117 HR 3783, also known as the Medical Nutrition Equity Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to ensure that individuals with certain medical conditions have access to medically necessary foods and vitamins through their health insurance coverage.

Specifically, the bill aims to require health insurance plans to cover medical foods and vitamins for individuals with inborn errors of metabolism, digestive and absorptive disorders, and other conditions that require specialized nutrition. These medical foods and vitamins are essential for the health and well-being of individuals with these conditions, as they help manage symptoms and prevent complications.

The bill also seeks to establish a national advisory committee to provide recommendations on the coverage of medical foods and vitamins, as well as to conduct research on the effectiveness of these treatments. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to ensure that health insurance plans provide coverage for these essential medical foods and vitamins without imposing excessive cost-sharing requirements on patients. Overall, the Medical Nutrition Equity Act of 2021 aims to improve access to medically necessary foods and vitamins for individuals with certain medical conditions, ensuring that they receive the care and support they need to manage their health effectively.