What does Preamble of Accountable Produce is Medicine Act of 2026 do?

This bill aims to amend title XI of the Social Security Act The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation would test a model to reduce chronic diseases The model would utilize accountable produce as medicine

What does SHORT TITLE. of Accountable Produce is Medicine Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Accountable Produce is Medicine Act of 2026.

What does SENSE OF CONGRESS. of Accountable Produce is Medicine Act of 2026 do?

This section expresses the sense of Congress regarding diet-related chronic diseases and potential interventions. It recognizes that diet-related chronic diseases are a leading factor in U.S. healthcare costs. The section highlights the potential of 'food is medicine' interventions, such as medically tailored meals and nutrition counseling, to improve health outcomes and reduce costs. It suggests that the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation should consider incorporating these interventions into models tested under section 1115A of the Social Security Act. The section posits that incorporating these interventions may improve quality of care, reduce costs, and support chronic disease prevention and management.

What does REQUIRING THE CENTER FOR MEDICARE AND MEDICAID INNOVATION TO of Accountable Produce is Medicine Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 1115A of the Social Security Act to include the Accountable Produce is Medicine Bundled Payment Model. The Secretary will select at least 5 eligible programs to participate in the model for a period of not less than 2 years. Priority will be given to programs that furnish fresh, frozen, or minimally processed fruits and vegetables and other plant-based, nutrient-dense foods. Selected programs must screen individuals referred by a physician to determine eligibility and provide Accountable Produce is Medicine (APIM) services. APIM services include personalized health risk assessments, care coordination, telehealth, remote patient monitoring, lifestyle modification programs, and healthy foods. Eligible individuals must meet specific criteria, including residing in medically underserved areas and having conditions like diabetes or obesity. The Secretary will determine the form, manner, and amount of bundled payments, and may require financial risk assumption by selected programs starting in the third year. APIM services will be provided without deductibles, copayments, or coinsurance. The model will be carried out for a period of not less than 5 years.

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Accountable Produce is Medicine Act of 2026

Last updated: 4/16/2026 · Introduced: 4/16/2026

Author: Lloyd Smucker (R-PA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill directs the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation to establish a program testing 'Accountable Produce is Medicine' bundled payments to reduce chronic diseases.
The program will prioritize healthcare providers offering fresh produce and plant-based foods, and will provide related services like health assessments and care coordination without cost-sharing.
Eligible individuals for the program must reside in medically underserved areas and have conditions such as diabetes or obesity.

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