What does Preamble of S 3521 do?

This bill proposes to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act. The proposed amendment aims to include peer support services at certain facilities under the Medicare program.

What does SHORT TITLE. of S 3521 do?

This bill is formally titled the Promoting Effective and Empowering Recovery Services in Medicare Act of 2025.

What does INCLUSION OF PEER SUPPORT SERVICES AT CERTAIN FACILITIES UNDER of S 3521 do?

This section amends the Social Security Act to include peer support services under the Medicare program. Specifically, it modifies sections 1832 and 1861 of the Social Security Act to define and incorporate peer support services and peer support specialists. Peer support services are defined as emotional, informational, instrumental, social, and community support provided by qualified individuals to those diagnosed with mental health conditions or substance use disorders. A peer support specialist is defined as an individual recovering from a mental health or substance use condition who is certified to provide these services. The amendments specify that these services must be furnished by certain facilities, including Federally qualified health centers, rural health clinics, community mental health centers, and certified community behavioral health clinics. Section 1862(a)(1) is amended to exclude peer support services not furnished by specified facilities. These changes will apply to services furnished on or after January 1, 2027.

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PEERS Act of 2025 — S. 3521

Last updated: 12/17/2025 · Introduced: 12/17/2025

Author: Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV)

TL;DR (AI)

The PEERS Act of 2025 amends the Social Security Act to include peer support services for individuals with mental health or substance use disorders under the Medicare program.
Peer support services, provided by certified peer support specialists in recovery, will be covered by Medicare when furnished by facilities like Federally Qualified Health Centers and Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics.
Medicare will not reimburse for peer support services provided by facilities not specified in the Act.

119th Congressin committeeHR. 6841(In Committee)Official page

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