By: Quiver LegislationRadar
Posted: 8 hours ago / March 14, 2026 3:37 p.m. UTC
We have received text from S. 3934: Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2026. This bill was received on 2026-02-26, and currently has 1 cosponsor.
Here is a short summary of the bill:
The Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2026 aims to enhance the availability of medical nutrition therapy (MNT) services for Medicare beneficiaries in the United States. Currently, only individuals with diabetes or certain renal diseases can access MNT under Medicare Part B. This bill seeks to expand coverage to a broader range of chronic conditions where nutrition plays a crucial role in prevention, management, or treatment.
Key Provisions of the Bill
Expanded Eligibility:
The bill allows coverage for MNT services related to several chronic conditions beyond diabetes and renal disease. For instance, individuals with obesity, hypertension, dyslipidemia, malnutrition, eating disorders, cancer, gastrointestinal diseases (such as celiac disease), HIV, AIDS, and cardiovascular disease would gain access to MNT services.
Inclusion of Multiple Providers:
The bill specifies that qualified healthcare providers such as physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, and certain psychologists can deliver MNT services. This broadens the scope for patients to receive care from various healthcare professionals.
Focus on Cost-Effectiveness:
It emphasizes that MNT has been shown as a cost-effective treatment option for managing several diseases, aiming to integrate nutrition more thoroughly into the overall healthcare framework.
Emphasis on Clinical Guidelines:
Services provided must conform to recognized clinical guidelines or protocols established by registered dietitian or nutrition professional organizations, ensuring that the care remains high-quality and evidence-based.
Exclusion Modifications:
The bill modifies existing exclusions, allowing MNT related to the specified chronic conditions to be covered without certain limits previously in place.
Implementation Timeline
The changes proposed by this bill are set to take effect two years after its passage. This timeline allows for necessary adjustments and preparations within the Medicare framework to accommodate the expanded MNT services.
Impact on Medicare Beneficiaries
If enacted, Medicare beneficiaries with chronic conditions that currently lack dietary management coverage could significantly benefit, allowing for potentially better health outcomes through tailored nutritional interventions. This could be particularly advantageous for individuals in underserved racial and ethnic minority groups, who are often at higher risk for certain chronic diseases.
Relevant Companies
HUM
(Humana Inc.): As a major healthcare provider, Humana may experience increased demand for nutritional services and related healthcare plans due to expanded Medicare benefits.
UNH
(UnitedHealth Group Incorporated): This company, being one of the largest healthcare companies, might see changes in service offerings and increased utilization of nutrition-related healthcare services under Medicare.
CNC
(Centene Corporation): Centene may need to adjust its health plans to accommodate the expanded MNT services, which could impact their service delivery models.
Senator Susan M. Collins Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Senator Susan M. Collins:
S.4051: A bill to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint and issue coins that are emblematic of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial and the service and sacrifice of firefighters throughout the history of the United States.S.3934: Medical Nutrition Therapy Act of 2026S.3924: We Can’t Wait Act of 2026S.3784: Accounting STEM Pursuit ActS.3353: Relief for Farmers Hit with PFAS ActS.3296: Improving Access to Workers’ Compensation for Injured Federal Workers Act of 2025
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Senator Susan M. Collins Net Worth
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2026 Maine US Senate Election
There has been approximately $27,102,265 of spending in Maine US Senate elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
Approximately $1,030,579 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs. Some of the groups who are spending money in this race include:
The rating for this race is currently “Toss Up”.
You can track this election on our matchup page for the 2026 Maine US Senate election.
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