Many older adults in the U.S. receive benefits from Medicaid for their health coverage. Unfortunately, mental health coverage under Medicaid is not as accessible as many federal authorities think it should be.
Federal officials are calling for the expansion of mental health coverage for Medicaid beneficiaries, which would greatly ease the burden of the Americans who might have any kind of mental health cost. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has proposed new regulations that would cover mental health services at the same level as other medical and surgical services.
While the expanded coverage is welcome, it may take some time for the new regulations to take effect. Hopefully, in the years to come, senior citizens will enjoy extensive mental health benefits equal to other Medicaid services.