Us Congress House Bill HB2590

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/2/25
• Refer: 4/2/25

Caption

Mental and Physical Health Care Comorbidities Act of 2025This bill establishes a demonstration program to test hospital innovations that support low-income or uninsured individuals with serious mental and physical health comorbidities and to identify appropriate payment reforms under Medicare and Medicaid.Participating hospitals must (1) have a proportionally high number of Medicare or Medicaid patients, and (2) develop a plan and related quality metrics for innovations to provide coordinated care and address social determinants of health for individuals with serious mental illness or emotional disturbance and physical comorbidities (e.g., chronic conditions).

Impact

If enacted, HB2590 would allow the Secretary of Health and Human Services to oversee a program that evaluates various treatment strategies aimed at individuals facing dual health challenges. Eligible hospitals participating in this initiative must agree to specific performance metrics and payment structures that align with the aims of the program. This could represent a significant shift in how integrated care models are applied within the Medicare system, focusing on personalizing treatment for vulnerable populations with complex health needs.

Summary

House Bill 2590, titled the 'Mental and Physical Health Care Comorbidities Act of 2025,' aims to establish a demonstration program under the Medicare program focused on addressing the needs of individuals with mental and physical health comorbidities. By promoting innovative collaborative treatment methods, the bill seeks to improve healthcare delivery and outcomes while potentially reducing costs associated with healthcare utilization. The program is designed to run from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2030, leveraging insights from eligible hospitals to foster best practices and evidence-based models in patient care.

Contention

The bill has not been without its points of contention; concerns exist regarding the balance of funding and resource allocation, particularly in rural and underserved communities. Some critics worry that while the intent of the bill is to improve care for those with comorbidities, the implementation might overlook the realities of healthcare disparities faced by different populations. There is also the challenge of ensuring that the innovative approaches documented by participating hospitals are not only effective but also equitable and accessible to all segments of the population.

Congress_id

119-HR-2590

Policy_area

Health

Introduced_date

2025-04-02