Improving access to mental health services under the Medicare program

(a) In general Section 1833(a)(1) of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1395l(a)(1)) is amended— (1) in subparagraph (F)(ii), by striking 75 percent of the amount determined for payment of a psychologist under clause (L) and inserting 85 percent of the fee schedule amount provided under section 1848; (2) in subparagraph (EE), by striking 1847A(i)(5)(B) and inserting 1847A(i)(5)(B),; and (3) in subparagraph (FF), by striking 75 percent of the amount determined for payment of a psychologist under subparagraph (L) and inserting 85 percent of the fee schedule amount provided under section 1848. (b) Effective date The amendments made by this section shall apply to items and services furnished on or after January 1, 2027.