Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2025

# Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2025 – Summary **What the bill does:** This bill would expand Medicare coverage for medical nutrition therapy (specialized nutritional counseling and treatment provided by registered dietitians and nutrition professionals). Currently, Medicare only covers these services for people with diabetes or kidney disease when referred by a doctor. The bill would expand coverage to include people with obesity, eating disorders, cancer, and HIV/AIDS. It would also allow more types of healthcare providers—physician assistants, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, and clinical psychologists (for eating disorders)—to refer patients for these services, not just doctors. **Who it affects:** Medicare beneficiaries (primarily seniors aged 65+ and some disabled individuals) who have obesity, eating disorders, cancer, or HIV/AIDS would gain access to these nutrition services.

Healthcare providers like physician assistants and nurse practitioners would gain the ability to refer patients for these services. The bill could also indirectly affect insurance costs and healthcare systems that provide these services. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but hasn't yet advanced to a full House vote. It was sponsored by Representative Robin L. Kelly (D-IL).