A bill to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to expand the availability of medical nutrition therapy services under the Medicare program.

# Summary of S 3934: Medical Nutrition Therapy Expansion **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would expand Medicare coverage of medical nutrition therapy (MNT) services—specialized nutrition counseling provided by registered dietitians to help manage medical conditions. Currently, Medicare covers MNT only for patients with diabetes, kidney disease, or post-kidney transplant. The bill aims to broaden this coverage to include additional medical conditions where nutrition therapy could benefit patients, though the specific conditions are not detailed in the available information. **Who It Affects** The bill would primarily affect Medicare beneficiaries (people age 65 and older, plus some younger disabled individuals) who could benefit from nutrition counseling for conditions currently not covered.

It would also impact registered dietitians and nutrition professionals who provide these services, potentially expanding their ability to bill Medicare for their work. **Current Status** S 3934 is currently in committee as of the 119th Congress, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. The bill was sponsored by Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine). No additional details about specific conditions included or implementation methods are available from the summary provided.