Mental Health Access and Provider Support Act of 2026

Higher Medicare pay for psychologists

If enacted, this bill would raise the Medicare payment factor for psychologist services from 75% to 85% of the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule amount under section 1848. The change would apply to items and services furnished on or after January 1, 2027. Psychologists who bill Medicare would receive higher reimbursements. Medicare beneficiaries who use psychologist services would see indirect effects on access and billing.