S. 3934 explained · 119th Congress · Pending in Congress
Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2026
Cosponsors: 5 (4 D, 1 R) · per Congress.gov, 2026-10-09
Introduced: 2026-02-26
Latest action (2026-02-26): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. (Sponsor introductory remarks on measure: CR S709)
What S. 3934 does, in plain terms
Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2026 This bill expands Medicare coverage of medical nutrition therapy services. Currently, Medicare covers such services for individuals with diabetes or kidney disease under certain circumstances; such services must also be provided by a registered dietitian or nutrition professional pursuant to a physician referral. The bill extends coverage to individuals with other diseases and conditions, including obesity, eating disorders, cancer, and HIV/AIDS; such services may also be referred by a physician assistant, nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, or (for eating disorders) a clinical psychologist.
Official summary by the Congressional Research Service, via Congress.gov.
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