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S.584: Nutrition CARE Act of 2021
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 117th Congress
- This bill is primarily about health
- Introduced March 3, 2021
- Latest Major Action March 3, 2021
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
5 (3 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in Senate - March 3, 2021
Bill Summary
Nutrition Counseling Aiding Recovery for Eating Disorders Act of 2021 or the Nutrition CARE Act of 2021 This bill provides for Medicare coverage of medical nutrition therapy services for individuals with eating disorders. Such services must be furnished by a registered dietitian or nutrition professional pursuant to a referral from a physician, psychologist, or other authorized mental health professional.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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March 3, 2021 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
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March 3, 2021 |
Introduced in the Senate by Margaret Hassan (D-N.H.) |