HR 6748
PEERS Act of 2023
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This bill, the PEERS Act of 2023, aims to expand Medicare coverage to include peer support services. It defines peer support services as emotional, informational, instrumental, and affiliational support provided by trained peer support specialists to individuals with mental health or substance use disorders. The bill also outlines specific requirements for these specialists and establishes payment rates for these services offered through community mental health centers and certified behavioral health clinics.
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