To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for certain cognitive impairment detection in the Medicare annual wellness visit and initial preventive physical examination.

Q: What does Preamble of To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for certain cognitive impairment detection in the Medicare annual wellness visit and initial preventive physical examination. do?

This bill aims to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act. The proposed amendment focuses on incorporating cognitive impairment detection into the Medicare annual wellness visit and initial preventive physical examination.

Q: What does FINDINGS. of To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for certain cognitive impairment detection in the Medicare annual wellness visit and initial preventive physical examination. do?

This section outlines findings related to Alzheimer's disease and dementia in the United States. An estimated 6.9 million Americans currently live with Alzheimer's, with projections reaching nearly 13.8 million by 2060. Older Black Americans are disproportionately affected, being twice as likely to have Alzheimer's compared to older White Americans. Alzheimer's disease is the fifth-leading cause of death for Americans aged 65 and older. Deaths related to Alzheimer's disease increased significantly between 2000 and 2021. Addressing modifiable risk factors could potentially prevent or delay up to 40 percent of dementia cases. Early diagnosis and communication with patients and caregivers can facilitate access to care and treatment options. Caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's experience significant emotional and physical strain, and provide substantial unpaid care. The economic burden of Alzheimer's and related dementias is substantial, estimated at $360 billion in 2024 and potentially $1.1 trillion by 2050. Medicare and Medicaid cover a significant portion of healthcare costs, but substantial out-of-pocket expenses remain.

Q: What does COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT DETECTION BENEFIT IN THE MEDICARE ANNUAL of To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for certain cognitive impairment detection in the Medicare annual wellness visit and initial preventive physical examination. do?

This section amends sections 1861(hhh)(2) and 1861(ww)(1) of the Social Security Act. The amendment to 1861(hhh)(2) requires the detection of cognitive impairment during the Medicare Annual Wellness Visit. Cognitive impairment detection must be performed using tools identified by the National Institute on Aging. Documentation of the tool used and the assessment results must be included in the patient's medical record. The amendment to 1861(ww)(1) requires detection of cognitive impairment during the Initial Preventive Physical Examination. These amendments apply to visits furnished on or after January 1, 2026.

Last updated: 5/19/2025 · Introduced: 5/19/2025

Author: Linda Sánchez (D-CA)

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This bill mandates that Medicare providers screen for cognitive impairment during both the annual wellness visit and the initial preventive physical examination.
Cognitive impairment detection must utilize tools recommended by the National Institute on Aging, with results documented in the patient's medical record.
These new requirements for cognitive impairment detection will take effect for Medicare visits on or after January 1, 2026.

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