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Addressing Whole Health in Medicare Advantage Act

12/19/2024, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5746

Bill 118 hr 5746, also known as the Addressing Whole Health in Medicare Advantage Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to improve the quality of care provided to Medicare Advantage beneficiaries by promoting a more holistic approach to healthcare.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a Whole Health Program within the Medicare Advantage program. This program would focus on addressing the physical, mental, and social needs of beneficiaries in order to improve their overall health and well-being. The program would also provide incentives for healthcare providers to offer integrated and coordinated care that takes into account the whole person.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase access to alternative and complementary therapies for Medicare Advantage beneficiaries. This includes services such as acupuncture, chiropractic care, and massage therapy, which have been shown to be effective in treating a variety of health conditions. Overall, the Addressing Whole Health in Medicare Advantage Act seeks to improve the quality of care provided to Medicare Advantage beneficiaries by promoting a more holistic approach to healthcare. By addressing the physical, mental, and social needs of beneficiaries and increasing access to alternative therapies, this bill has the potential to improve health outcomes and quality of life for millions of Americans.

Congressional Summary of HR 5746

Addressing Whole Health in Medicare Advantage Act

This bill allows Medicare Advantage plans to offer certain supplemental benefits that are currently only available to chronically ill enrollees to enrollees with low-income or who meet other criteria, such as socioeconomic risk factors.

Current Status of Bill HR 5746

Bill HR 5746 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 27, 2023. Bill HR 5746 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on September 27, 2023.  Bill HR 5746's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5746

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5746

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5746

Addressing Whole Health in Medicare Advantage Act
Addressing Whole Health in Medicare Advantage Act
To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand the availability of supplemental benefits to certain Medicare Advantage enrollees.

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