TV News LIES

Wednesday, Jul 02nd

Last update06:57:18 AM GMT

You are here News Of Special Interest New rule requires equal treatment for mental illness

New rule requires equal treatment for mental illness

E-mail Print PDF

NIMHFive years after the passage of a groundbreaking law establishing equality between mental health care and other medical treatments, the Obama administration announced its final rule Friday defining how that treatment must be provided.

The rule requires insurers to charge similar co-payments for mental health treatment as they would for physical ailments. It also makes clear that deductible and visit limits are generally not more restrictive for mental health and substance abuse care.

"This final rule breaks down barriers that stand in the way of treatment and recovery services for millions of Americans," said Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius. "Building on these rules, the Affordable Care Act is expanding mental health and substance use disorder benefits and parity protections to 62 million Americans. This historic expansion will help make treatment more affordable and accessible."

HHS says the rule also includes several other consumer protections, including ensuring that parity is applied to care received in residential treatment and intensive outpatient settings, and clarifying that parity applies to all health care plan standards, including geographic limits and facility-type limits.

About 26% of Americans 18 and older have a diagnosable mental disorder every year, according to the National Institute of Mental Health.

More...


Most Recent Related Stories...


Live updates on Supreme Court decisions: Latest news, reaction to bombshell rulings

SC birthright decisionThe Supreme Court voted to lift temporary blocks on President Donald Trump’s order ending birthright citizenship...

Judge blocks Trump from withholding EV charger infrastructure funds

electric vehicle charger A federal judge on Tuesday issued a ruling blocking the Trump administration from withholding funds for...

The Trump Organization quietly rescinds ‘built in the U.S.’ promise for its T1 phone after analysts’ consensus pointed to production in China

Trump phone not made in usa When the Trump Organization announced its cellular brand earlier this month, it touted that the devices...

EU may take action against Israel if conditions in Gaza do not improve

Kaja Kallas The EU may take action to increase pressure on Israel unless there are “concrete” improvements for...
 
America's # 1 Enemy
Tee Shirt
& Help Support TvNewsLIES.org!
TVNL Tee Shirt
 
TVNL TOTE BAG
Conserve our Planet
& Help Support TvNewsLIES.org!
 
Get your 9/11 & Media
Deception Dollars
& Help Support TvNewsLIES.org!
 
The Loaded Deck
The First & the Best!
The Media & Bush Admin Exposed!